The 2026 Tenth Anniversary Edition of the Bournemouth Writing Prize Anthology showcases winning and shortlisted short stories and poetry from across the globe. There are many additional highlights, including a profile of Emma Scattergood, the founder of the Bournemouth Writing Prize and an interview with Hannah Bunting, last year’s short story winner. There are also pieces weaving together global issues, love, loss, and nostalgia through enchanting writing. The 2026 Issue of the Bournemouth Writing Prize Anthology celebrates not only the writers published within the issue, but also the ten-year legacy of the Prize.
