The Harry Bowling Prize was set up in 2000 in memory of Harry, who had recently died.
It is held every two years, and the prize is given for the first chapter and synopsis of a novel set in London, written by anyone who has not previously published an adult novel.
Please read the rules and note the closing dates before you submit!
WATCH THIS SPACE! Exciting Developments in the offing which may involve bringing the entry date forward. For more information contact laura@mbalit.co.uk
Harry Bowling's publisher, Headline, generously provide a prize of £1,000 for the winner, and £100 for the runner up.
His agents, MBA Literary Agency, has until 2006 administered the prize and organised the Award Ceremony, and continue to organise the latter. Since 2006 the StorytrackS Appraisal Agency have carried out some of the administration for the Prize.
The WINNER FOR 2008 was announced in September:
Winner:
Kathie Highley with FALLING.
Runner Up:
Sophie Duffy with THIS HOLEY LIFE
The LONG LIST for 2008 was announced in May, and the SHORT LIST in June.
HARRY BOWLING ENTRIES SUBSEQUENTLY PUBLISHED
FLASH: NO CURE FOR LOVE by Jean Fullerton is on the Long List for The Romantic Novel of the Year 2009.
Keep checking this site for regular updates on the HARRY BOWLING 2010 Prize.
