About the International Short Story Contest
The Insolvency Law Academy (ILA) has launched the 4th Edition of ILA International Short Story (Insolvency and Bankruptcy) Contest, under the aegis of Emerging Scholars Group (ESG).
Since its inception, this innovative contest has uniquely blended the power of storytelling with insolvency law, creating a vibrant platform where legal concepts meet creative expression. Over three successful editions, it has attracted a diverse group of writers and readers, establishing a distinctive presence in both the literary and legal communities.
This year’s contest invites original short stories on the theme “Corporate Insolvency and Climate Change.” By harnessing the emotive and memorable nature of literature, the contest aims to raise awareness about insolvency law’s role in addressing environmental challenges.
Stories submitted will also help ILA-ESG research social perceptions and stigmas that sometimes impede the effective use of insolvency frameworks.
Key Details
- The grand prize winner will receive the prestigious ILA Best Short Story Award 2025, a commemorative plaque, and a cash prize of INR 1,00,000 (approximately US$1,200).
- Two runners-up will be awarded cash prizes of INR 20,000 (approximately US$240) each.
- The top three authors will be invited to attend the 4th Annual ILA Conference at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad, from 24–26 January 2026, with their registration fees waived.
- A selected collection of stories will be published as an e-book or in print, with copyrights shared between the authors and ILA.
- Stories must be original, between 2,500 and 3,000 words, and written in English.
Deadline for Submissions
31 October 2025
How to Submit?
Story submissions are free of charge. All entries must be submitted online in .doc format only at [email protected].
All submissions will be anonymised for judging and used for research with author consent, promoting a fair and valuable evaluation process. This contest is a fantastic opportunity for writers, legal professionals, and scholars to creatively engage with insolvency law while gaining recognition in a global professional and literary forum.
Join us in celebrating the intersection of law and literature and contribute to shaping a sustainable future through storytelling.
For more information about ILA, please visit insolvencylawacademy.com or email [email protected]
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