How it works
Who can enter?
The Bracken Prize for Young Authors is awarded annually to an outstanding unpublished business book proposal. It is designed to identify and support original ideas that examine the future of business, economics and related fields, and that offer fresh perspectives on pressing challenges.
The prize is open to emerging authors, including early career researchers, writers and practitioners, who are developing ambitious, unpublished business book proposals. Applicants do not need to follow a traditional academic or publishing route. While previous publication experience is not a barrier, proposals must be original and must not have been previously submitted to a publisher.
Eligibility criteria, including any age requirements, will be confirmed ahead of the submission window opening.
Overview of the process
Submission
Authors submit an unpublished business book proposal outlining the central idea, scope and intended contribution. Proposals should demonstrate clarity of thought, ambition and relevance to contemporary business debate.
Shortlisting
Following an initial review, a shortlist of proposals will be selected. Shortlisted entries will reflect a range of perspectives and approaches, united by intellectual rigour and ambition.
Finalist announcement
Three finalists will be selected from the shortlist. The finalists will be formally announced ahead of the award ceremony.
Judging and award
The winner of the Bracken Prize for Young Authors will be selected by the judging panel and announced at an award ceremony, held together with the Financial Times and Standard Chartered Business Book of the Year Awards.
Key dates and announcements
Submissions will open on April 27 and will close on September 25. Exact details, eligibility requirements and submission guidelines will be confirmed and published on this page in due course.
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