News: Santa Fe Writers long lists The Price of Ash.
Final results in January 2026
Amid war and the brutal charcoal trade in Congo, Peacekeeper Ina Bishop rescues a young boy conscripted by militia forces. With the boy’s life and his own soul on the line, Bishop must choose between his desire for revenge and his need for redemption.
*BEING ERNEST* "One of the writer's greatest strengths is found in the depth they are able to provide every character, from Will, to the rest of the magazine staff, to even the BARTENDER at Will's favorite place—each individual is able to convey a true dynamic and emotional complexity." STAGE PLAY
Judge's Comments
News
"Me & Mickey" - a 2025 Runner up for the Faulkner Wisdom Award
"Being Ernest" - advances to Round Two at 2025 AFF for Stage Plays.
"Being Ernest" - advances to Round Two at 2025 AFF for Stage Plays.
We are very excited to announce that Richard Banks' short Novel Me & Mickey was selected as the Runner-up for the 2025 Faulkner Wisdom Award for the Novella category.
"Being Ernest" - advances to Round Two at 2025 AFF for Stage Plays.
"Being Ernest" - advances to Round Two at 2025 AFF for Stage Plays.
"Being Ernest" - advances to Round Two at 2025 AFF for Stage Plays.
*BEING ERNEST*
"Even stronger than the writer's ability to create compelling characters is the life they are able to bring through this play's dialogue."
Judge's Comment
More News from the Pirate's Alley Faulkner Society
The Price of Ash - 2025 Finalist
The Price of Ash - 2025 Finalist
The Price of Ash - 2025 Finalist
The Faulkner – Wisdom Competition
2025 Finalist - Books of Fiction.
Blue Helmets - 2025 Finalist
The Price of Ash - 2025 Finalist
The Price of Ash - 2025 Finalist
The Faulkner – Wisdom Competition
2025 Finalist - Books in progress.