As part of its launch, Arkbound now invites submissions to its three annual competitions. If you are a writer, artist or journalist we would love to hear from you. A range of prizes are on offer.

More information: http://arkbound.com

Arkbound, the new publishing social enterprise, is now inviting submissions to three competitions.

BEST SHORT STORY – Overcoming (this may be accomplishing something in the face of great odds, battling against social exclusion or discouragement, achieving a dream in spite of obstacles, etcetera).

BEST ARTICLE – Any. Special consideration will be given to articles that touch upon an issue of community concern and which have never been reported before. The winning entries will demonstrate exceptional talent in journalism, with the ability to invoke interest from a wide audience.

BEST VISUAL ART – Any. Special consideration will be given to pieces that revolve around or invoke links to social inclusion, sustainability, the environment and democracy. Any medium will be considered as long as it can be featured in the magazine and website: paintings, pictures, collages, photography, etcetera.

Prize money of £300 is on offer, together with full-legnth featuring in Boundless Magazine.

Timescale: All submissions should be sent before 1st September 2015. Judgment will take place in November and the winners announced on 15th December 2015.

Entry requirements: There will be a £2.50 fee for each entry and you must be sole author of the work submitted. (Some people are eligible for free entry.)