In What Can You Do With A General, a family gathers for Christmas in California while dark undercurrents hint at past violence and abuse. It's been described as "a Cheever-esque, perfect story" by judge Carys Davies.

The Coast Of Leitrim is a love story which explores the relationship between an Irish man and a Polish woman he meets in a café.

"It’s got perfect pitch... with a raconteur tone" according to judge Kit de Waal.

In Silhouette is an ambitious story set over four time periods inspired by The Troubles in Northern Ireland. This remarkable achievement is also described as "a mystery novel in 6,000 words" by judge Sarah Churchwell.

In Comme a man working in a high-end clothing store reflects on his life. Darkly funny, this story focuses on superficiality, self-knowledge and how we live now.

2019 judge Kit de Waal has summarised this story as "word perfect, with undercurrents of sorrow and angst."

All The Poems Contained Within Will Mean Everything To Everyone is about the world of writers, providing psychological insight with a humorous touch.

Described by judge Carys Davies as "an immensely beguiling story, full of universal truth."

A Partial List Of The Saved explores an impending divorce and the interwoven family relationships it affects.

"A fascinating portrayal of both cowardice and courage" according to 2019 judge Blake Morrison.