Exciting graphic novel competition for budding UK artists

Random House have dropped us a note about an exciting new graphical novel competition being organised by The Observer and Comica. After sending in your short graphic novel (obviously, a manga-influenced style is fine), the eventual winner shall receive an impressive £1000 as prize money as well as a significant step up into the UK comic publishing world.

• “Dear Comic and Graphic Novelist enthusiasts, Jonathan Cape, one of the finest Graphic Novel publishers in the UK, in association with The Observer and Comica are searching for new graphic artist talent with the chance to be published in The Observer and to win £1000.”

  “The Prize will be judged by industry experts along with the bestselling authors Nick Hornby and Posy Simmonds. It is an exciting opportunity for all aspiring graphic novelists.”

We have uploaded the competition entry form, which you can print off at your leisure, or you can peruse the official site at www.capegraphicnovels.co.uk. The competition closing date is Monday, 3rd September. So get working, aspiring manga-ka, this is your big chance!