BBC National Short Story AwardBBC National Short Story Award 2026Episodes Episode guide

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1. Episode 5 BBC National Short Story Award 2026

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

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   Fri 18 Sep 202615:30

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2. Episode 4

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

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   Thu 17 Sep 202615:30

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3. Episode 3

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

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   Wed 16 Sep 202615:30

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4. Episode 2

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

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   Next Tuesday15:30

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5. Episode 1

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

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   Next Monday15:30

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