How to enter

The 2027 Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize opens for entries on Monday 7th September 2026. It will close for entries on Friday 6th November.

The Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize is awarded to the best eligible published literary work in the English language, written by an author aged 39 or under.

The winner will be announced at the final awards ceremony on Thursday 13th May 2027.

How to enter

The 2027 Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize closes for entries at 5pm (BST) on Friday 6th November 2026.

The Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize is awarded to the best eligible published literary work in the English language, written by an author aged 39 or under.

The winner will be announced at the final awards ceremony on Thursday 13th May 2027.