The third decibel Penguin prize is calling for new writing that explores the experience of having a mixed heritage. The prize, organised by the Arts Council subsidary aimed at increasing diversity in publishing, is a collaboration with Penguin Books. The judges – who include Shami Chakrabarti and Kate Mosse - will be looking for true stories that illuminate the complexities, challenges and joys of having a mixed heritage.

Entries must be non-fiction, however they can be first-person accounts, or about another person’s experience. The competition is open to writers from any background. It was created to discover original writing talent while offering new authors an opportunity to showcase their work. The winning entries will be published in a Penguin anthology in November this year.
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