The Not Quite Write Prize for FLESH Fiction is now open for submissions!
Submissions close 24 August 2025 AEST.
The Not Quite Write Prize for FLESH Fiction is free to enter and calls for erotic stories of no more than 1,500 words written in response to the following theme:
“Making the unsexy irresistible.”
We take a relaxed approach to how you might interpret this theme and encourage you to get creative!
Please note the following rules around permissible content:
When submitting your story, you will be asked to select a single category that best describes your story from one of the six categories below (the overall winner may be chosen from any category).
You can find more details in the F.A.Q. and Competition Rules. Once you are ready you can submit your entry via the ‘Submit Now’ button above.
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Winner
The Overall Winner will receive prizes valued at over AU$1,000:
- AU$500 cash
- The coveted Not Quite Write Prize for FLESH Fiction trophy.
- 2026 Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction annual pass (valued at AU$112)
- 12-month subscription to Adult Match Maker (Australian entrants only, valued at AU$335)
- 12-month membership to Romance Writers of Australia (Australian entrants only, valued at AU$129) OR the Romance Writers of America will waive your membership admin fee and provide a digital toolkit to help you on your writing journey (US entrants who sign up for membership only, valued at US$25)
Category Winners*
Stories will be judged under 6 Categories. The winner of each of these 6 Categories (excluding the Overall Winner) will receive:
- AU$100 cash
- 2026 Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction annual pass (valued at AU$112)
- The Romance Writers of America will waive your membership admin fee and provide a digital toolkit to help you on your writing journey (US entrants only, valued at US$25)
- Winning stories will also be read aloud on the Not Quite Write Podcast and have the chance to appear in a print collection published by Not Quite Write Press.
* Please refer to the Competition Rules and FAQ for category definitions and publication details.
All Entrants*
All entrants will receive AU$5 off a standard Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction entry ticket.
All Australian entrants will also receive a 10% discount off a 12-month membership to Romance Writers of Australia.
All stories have the chance to appear in a print collection published by Not Quite Write Press.
* Prizes and discounts will be distributed at the end of the competition.
Plus, plenty more fun prizes are up for grabs:
The prize pool is growing thanks to our sponsors, so check back for updates,
including how these prizes will be distributed.
Meet your Judges
Amanda
One half of the Not Quite Write team, Amanda is a prize-winning flash fiction author who has read and judged thousands of flash fiction stories for the Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction.
Amanda is most excited to read wildly unhinged erotic comedies, plus spicy stories that sizzle with tension.
Ed
Our Not Quite Write co-host, judge and EDitor-in-chief has already begun selecting highly inappropriate, sexy sound effects for insertion during the podcast readings of the winning stories.
Ed can’t wait to experience all the diverse scenarios and themes our entrants will surprise us with, and gain proof that erotic fiction can in fact be written well.
Plus?
Stay tuned! Additional guest judges will be announced soon.
If you would like to nominate yourself as a judge, please get in contact.
Amanda
One half of the Not Quite Write team, Amanda is a prize-winning flash fiction author who has read and judged thousands of flash fiction stories for the Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction.
Amanda is most excited to read wildly unhinged erotic comedies, plus spicy stories that sizzle with tension.
Ed
Our Not Quite Write co-host, judge and EDitor-in-chief has already begun selecting highly inappropriate, sexy sound effects for insertion during the podcast readings of the winning stories.
Ed can’t wait to experience all the diverse scenarios and themes our entrants will surprise us with, and gain proof that erotic fiction can be written well.
Plus?
Stay tuned! Additional guest judges will be announced soon.
If you would like to nominate yourself as a judge, please get in contact.
Sponsors
The Not Quite Write Prize for Flesh Fiction is made possible thanks to our sponsors.
Category Definitions
Erotic Comedy | Stories where sexual activity plays a central role, but the primary aim is to entertain and amuse rather than arouse. These narratives often incorporate humour, satire, or absurdity to explore erotic themes in a light-hearted or playful manner. |
Erotic Romance | Stories that blend eroticism with romance, where sexual activity is integral to the narrative, but the focus remains on the development, continuation, or dissolution of a loving relationship. The tone is emotionally driven, emphasising intimacy, connection, and character growth. |
Fantasy & Supernatural Erotica | Stories in which sexual activity is central to the narrative, featuring fantasy or supernatural elements such as mythical creatures, magic, or otherworldly settings. This Category includes a broad spectrum, from romantic paranormal encounters to more extreme “monster sex” and myth-inspired erotic fantasies. |
Literary Erotica | Erotic stories that prioritise artistic expression, experimentation, or non-traditional narrative structures. This includes works that explore sexuality through poetic forms, stream-of-consciousness writing, abstract storytelling, or avant-garde techniques, often emphasising style and thematic depth as much as arousal. |
Kink & Taboo | Stories that explore unconventional or socially controversial aspects of sexuality, such as BDSM, power dynamics, or age-gap relationships. While these narratives may push boundaries, in accordance with the Competition Rules, all parties to any sexual activity must be consenting adults. |
Other Erotic Subgenres | Erotic stories that don’t fit neatly into the Categories above but still place sexual activity at the core of the narrative. This includes erotic horror, historical erotica, science fiction erotica, and other niche subgenres that explore sexuality through distinct stylistic or thematic lenses. |
Please refer to the F.A.Q. for additional detail on how categories are judged.
Adult Content Warning
The Not Quite Write Prize for FLESH Fiction contains content and themes that are intended for adults aged 18 and over.
By entering this site, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and agree to view material that may be explicit or graphic in nature.
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Four times a year, the Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction challenges writers from around the world to break a specific “rule” of writing while still telling a great story.
Participants have 60 hours to submit a 500-word story for a chance to win a share of AU$4,000 in cash prizes.
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