Stories That Uplift & Inspire – Submit Yours in the Next 9 Days

Have you submitted your story yet? 7 entries are already in — don’t miss your chance to join them in the Short Story Competition: Stories of Resilience, Hope, and Legacy 🌍✍️

We’re calling on writers of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels to share a short story (100–600 words) inspired by Black history or culture. Whether it’s about historical figures, cultural traditions, or personal experiences — your voice matters.

🗓️ Deadline: 31 October 2025. Winners announced 7th November.
📤 Submit here: letstalk.dacorum.gov.uk/black-history-short-story-competition-2025

🎁 Prizes
🏆 1st Place: £30 Love2Shop voucher + story featured on Let’s Talk Dacorum
🥈 2 Runners-up: £15 Love2Shop vouchers

✅ Submit as a PDF, Word doc, or image (JPEG/PNG)
📌 Your story must relate to Black history or culture to be eligible

🧑‍⚖️ Judging Criteria: Originality, writing quality, emotional impact, and relevance to the theme

✨ Join the growing list of entries and help celebrate Black voices, resilience, and legacy

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