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This year we're looking for fiction books in the following genres: crime, thriller, family drama, romance and comedy. We'd love to find books with a fast-moving plot, a page-turning narrative, and a gripping hook that will intrigue readers.

To apply you'll need 1,000 words of your books, a plot synopsis, and a brief summary of how you meet our eligibility criteria.

Please make sure you read our application guide before submitting your entry. Applications will close at 11.59pm on Sunday 8th January.

You can apply here. Good luck!

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