Desmond Elliott Prize

The Desmond Elliott Prize was an annual award for the best debut novel written in English and published in the UK. The winning novel could be from any genre of fiction and had to exhibit depth and breadth with a compelling narrative. The winner received £10,000. The prize was named in honour of the distinguished late publisher and literary agent, Desmond Elliott.

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Check the official rules of the Desmond Elliott Prize for the current eligibility window, accepted formats, residency or language requirements and any entry fee. For most established prizes the publisher submits on the author's behalf, often with a limit on entries per imprint.

If you are self-published, look for an explicit statement that independently published books are accepted, and budget for entry fees and copies for judges.