2026 William Saroyan International Prize for Writing

Submissions are now being accepted for the 12th William Saroyan International Prize for Writing.

Given by Stanford Libraries in partnership with the William Saroyan Foundation, the award recognizes newly published works of fiction and nonfiction with a $5,000 award for the winner in each category. The prize is designed to encourage new or emerging writers and honor the Saroyan literary legacy of originality, vitality and stylistic innovation.

Entries must be received by January 30, 2026, 5:00 pm PST.

Visit the Saroyan Prize website for more information and to determine eligibility.

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