We Want Another World Short Story Competition 2026 – Call for Global Writers
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The We Want Another World Short Story Competition 2026 is now open to writers worldwide who believe in the power of stories to challenge injustice, inspire reflection, and imagine a better future.
From Max Havelaar questioning colonialism, to Uncle Tom’s Cabin confronting slavery, to The Second Sex redefining women’s place in society—history proves that storytelling can change the world. This competition invites writers to do the same: not for fame or money, but for meaning.
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What Is the Competition About?
Writers are invited to submit short stories that explore how an individual can make a change or imagine another, better world. The focus is on meaningful storytelling—stories with depth, tension, and a message that resonates without being preachy.
Participants are encouraged to use test readers to refine their work, ensuring strong narrative tension that holds the reader’s attention until the very end.
Theme Inspiration
“And in that moment she says to herself: stop thinking that you are just a girl! If you don’t try you’ll never forgive yourself…”
This fragment is provided purely as inspiration. Your story may take any form, setting, or perspective, as long as it aligns with the broader theme of striving for change.
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility)
🌍 Open to writers worldwide
📝 Language: English
📖 One story per writer
🌱 Topic: A different world or individuals striving to create one
💸 No entry fee
💰 No cash prize
Story Requirements
▪️Maximum length: up to 25,000 words
(Shorter stories are encouraged—brevity can be powerful.)
▪️Original work only
▪️Strong narrative tension
▪️Clear but subtle message or meaning
⏳Submission Deadline
📅 May 31, 2026
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📧 Send your story to:
contact@wewantanotherworld.nu
Prizes & Opportunities
While there is no monetary prize, selected writers receive valuable creative opportunities:
🏆 Main Prize: One year of free writing guidance from an experienced writer/publisher
💡 Best ideas invited to the WeWantAnotherWorld Idea Team
👥 Top 10 writers invited to an online writer-meeting to build writing teams
📚 Chance of publication in an anthology (jury includes publishers)
Judging Criteria
The jury will evaluate submissions based on:
▪️Original and compelling idea
▪️Strong tension arc
▪️Language that suggests rather than explains
▪️Meaningful message without being overly explicit
Note: Stories may present controversial or imperfect solutions—as long as they create an engaging narrative.
Important Notes
▪️Every participant receives a response with positive feedback and constructive criticism
▪️Publicity rights remain with the writer
▪️Stories will never be published without your permission
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About We Want Another World
We Want Another World is a global movement organizing digital protest against systems of egoism, unfairness, and short-term thinking. The organization advocates for a world centered on collaboration, human well-being, and sustainability.
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Your story could be the one that inspires a new beginning—for you and for someone else.
Write. Inspire. Win.
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