The Self-Published Science Fiction Competition

Application Forms

SPSFC 5 has begun accepting books for the contest and applications to be a judge. Use these links.

SPSFC 5 Author Entry Form (closed for submissions on Nov. 9, 2025, details here)

SPSFC 5 Judge Application Form (opened Sept. 19, 2025, details here)

Welcome to the Self-Published Science Fiction Competition (SPSFC), a contest to pick a winner from hundreds of novels submitted by self-published authors. Founded in 2021, the SPSFC is an all-volunteer effort. We’re recruiting volunteer judges and now accepting books for our fifth contest!