Nine Dots Prize
The Nine Dots Prize (Kadas Prize Foundation)
An international essay competition awarding $100,000 for the best 3,000-word response to a set question about a major societal issue, with the winner then writing a short book published by Cambridge University Press. No prior publication or academic credentials are required to enter.
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Who can apply
Open to anyone 18 or older worldwide; entries and the resulting book must be in English. Judged anonymously, welcoming both established writers and first-time entrants.
How to prepare
Read essays from past winners like Emily Herring and previous cycle questions on ninedotsprize.org to understand the tone and originality the judges reward.
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