IGF Archer Amish Award

Eligibility Criteria

Novel, minimum 20,000 words, of a single continuous narrative, originally written and published in English (no translations/adaptations).
Published between 1 November 2024 - 31 October 2025(inclusive) by a recognised publisher, carrying a valid ISBN.
Who may submit: Authors, publishers/imprints, and literary agents, confirming they hold the necessary rights/permissions. One submission per author, including co-authored titles (which count for each named author).

Focus

Open to authors of all nationalities and residencies.
The award welcomes works that reflect modern Indian voices, whether through theme, voice, perspective, or more at the author’s discretion.

Ineligible Works

Translations or adaptations into English, non-fiction, poetry, drama/scripts; collections/anthologies, reissues/new editions first published before 1 Nov 2024, previously self-published works in English prior to the window, pre-publication formats (proofs/ARCs), limited/previews, or serialised web releases.

Please read the eligibility requirements, and ensure your publication qualifies, before submitting this form!

Author Name*

Last Name*

Book title*

Genre*

Year of publication*

ISBN*

Attach PDF*

Email*

Contact No*

Full Address*

Attestation & confirmation

I affirm that the written work submitted is an original, published piece written by the author listed on the publication. By submitting this application, I affirm that the facts set forth in it are true and complete. I understand that any false statements, omissions, or other misrepresentations made on this application may result in the disqualification of my submitted work

Alongside the coveted award, winners will receive an accompanying monetary prize of $25000

As a special highlight, winners will also feature on an exclusive virtual studio session, streamed across IGF’s media platforms. This session will give authors the chance to introduce themselves and their work to IGF’s unmatched network in India and beyond, opening up a whole new audience

Eligibility Criteria

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Ineligible Works

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Attestation & confirmation

Alongside the coveted award, winners will receive an accompanying monetary prize of $25000