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BBC National Short Story AwardBBC National Short Story Award 2026Episodes

  1. Next Monday15:30
    BBC Radio 4

    Episode 1

    1/5The first story in contention for this year's BBC National Short Story Award.

  2. Next Tuesday15:30
    BBC Radio 4

    Episode 2

    2/5The second story in contention for this prestigious award for the short story.

  3. Wed 16 Sep 202615:30
    BBC Radio 4

    Episode 3

    3/5The third shortlisted story up for the renowned BBC National Short Story Award 2026.

  4. Thu 17 Sep 202615:30
    BBC Radio 4

    Episode 4

    4/5The fourth story in contention of this year's BBC National Short Story Award.

  5. Fri 18 Sep 202615:30
    BBC Radio 4

    Episode 5 BBC National Short Story Award 2026

    5/5The final story in contention for this year's BBC National Short Story Award.