First 10 Pages Showcase

Overview

The First 10 Pages Showcase recognizes scripts, books & stage plays in any genre that set up an exciting and compelling story capable of "hooking" a reader within the first 10 pages. The showcase is designed to support new(ish) and aspiring writers by awarding a cash prize to help sustain, or kickstart, a writing career. >>SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS<< SCREENPLAYS *Submit only the first 10 pages *Feature film screenplays *Television scripts *Short scripts *Stories in any genre *Produced or unproduced BOOKS, MANUSCRIPTS & SHORT STORIES *Submit only the first 10 pages *Fiction or narrative nonfiction *Stories in any genre *Published or unpublished STAGE PLAYS *Submit only the first 10 pages *Stories in any genre *Produced or unproduced TITLE PAGE IS REQUIRED Must include: *Title *Name(s) of writer(s) *If an adaptation, also include the title & writer(s) of the source material ***PLEASE NOTE*** -- The First 10 Pages Showcase is not a film festival - it is a writing showcase and is conducted exclusively online. There is no in-person event. There is only one round of judging, and only one winner is selected each year.

Last updated Sep 12, 2026

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• Filmmaker

  This is the second time that I entered the Showcase. It was simple to enter and I am quite humbled and honored to be an Official Selection for both of my screenplays. Thank you so much!

• Filmmaker

  Honored and delighted my stage play POOR PLAYERS was an Official Selection! Thanks!

• Filmmaker

  I'm truly thankful for the opportunity to be officially selected for The First 10 Pages Showcase. Thanks again for giving me the chance to manifest my dreams.

• Filmmaker

  Anita Osuigwe-Spencer

• Filmmaker

  Thanks so much for including my work!

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