Christmas Short Story Contest 2025

The Royal Gazette invites writers of all ages to celebrate the season by participating in the Stanley Ratteray Memorial Christmas Short Story Contest. This competition is open to all full-time residents of Bermuda, welcoming both fiction and non-fiction stories.

Age Categories

13 and under
18 and under
Adult

Prizes

Nearly $4,000 in cash prizes, gift certificates, and a one-year home delivery or digital subscription are available. A special prize will be awarded to the school of the winner in the 13-and-under category.

Prize Breakdown

First place (13 and under): $400 gift card, $100 cash, plus a $500 gift card to the winner's school
Second place (13 and under): $200 gift card, $50 cash
Third place (13 and under): $150 gift card, $25 cash
Adult category first place: $300 gift card, $200 cash, and a one-year free home delivery/digital subscription valued at $500

“The Stanley Ratteray Memorial Christmas Short Story Contest is a wonderful way to bring the community together and celebrate creativity during the holiday season.”

Enter now to share your story and embrace the joy of Christmas through your words.

Author's summary: This Bermuda-based contest invites writers across three age groups to submit Christmas stories, offering nearly $4,000 in prizes including gift cards, cash, and subscriptions.

The Royal Gazette — 2025-11-07