In its second year, the competition, profits from which benefit Hay Community Support, continues to discover new talent.
Linda Leatherbarrow will read her winning story 'The Complete Companion' and be presented with her prize by
Barbara Erskine, who selected her story from over 300 entries.
Linda Leatherbarrow's short story collection
Essential Kit was published by Maia Press in 2004. Her poems have appeared in magazines including
The London Magazine,
Magma and
Other Poetry. She also writes book reviews and features for
newbooks and
Slightly Foxed and teaches at Middlesex University.
The competition is sponsored by Richard Booth's Bookshop and Betty Maura-Cooper, Chair, Hay Community Support.
Entry to this event is free but you must reserve a ticket.