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Romance Writers Australia

Diversions Anthology 2027

Diversions Anthology 2027

$30.00 AUD
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Eligibility All writers of romance

Diversions is for romantic short stories that use the identified theme as an integral part of the story. This anthology is for stories with any heat level and must include diverse lead characters. The top 12 stories will be published in the annual RWAus Diversions Anthology.

Entries open: Wednesday, October 7th 2026 at 9am AEST

Entries close: Wednesday, October 28th 2026 at 5pm AEST

Note: Terms and Conditions and formatting sample updated 31/8/26

Terms and Conditions

Contest Formatting Sample

Entry

A romantic short story to a maximum of 4,000 words where the 2027 theme of ‘Constellations’ is integral to the plot, featuring diverse lead characters from underrepresented and marginalised groups and ends with a happily ever after or happy for now. Entries are to be uploaded via an online form once payment is received. Entrants are encouraged to read previous anthologies here!

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