International Silent Book Contest 2027 — Gianni De Conno Award
International contest for unpublished wordless picture books. Registration open until 15 January 2027. Check entry fee and publication award terms on organizer's registration portal.
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Entry Fees
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| Entry Type | Fee |
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| General entry | 60 EUR |
Prizes
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About This Competition
About this competition
International contest for unpublished wordless picture books. Registration open until 15 January 2027. Check entry fee and publication award terms on organizer’s registration portal.
Who can participate?
Illustrators and visual storytellers worldwide creating original wordless picture books
Classifications and location scope
Reach: international. Entry mode: online submission. Participants must follow organizer restrictions. The organizer location and any exhibition venue are not eligibility restrictions.
Deadline, fees and prizes
International contest for unpublished wordless picture books. Registration open until 15 January 2027. Check entry fee and publication award terms on organizer’s registration portal.
How to apply
Review full eligibility, artwork or file requirements and closing timezone. Apply through the official organizer website.
Related products and preparation tools
Book design software and illustration supplies can be helpful but are optional. No affiliate purchase is required.
Frequently asked questions
Who can enter?
Illustrators and visual storytellers worldwide creating original wordless picture books
When is the deadline?
2027-01-15. Check the official source for the exact time.
Where do I submit?
Submit through the official link above.
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Claim this CompetitionEligibility
This section helps you quickly see whether the opportunity fits you. Always check the complete eligibility rules in the official organiser information before you enter.
International illustrators and creators of original unpublished wordless books
Requirements
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Original unpublished wordless illustrated book; submit the specified complete double-page PDF layout (14 internal spreads plus frontispiece and cover). Up to three projects per author.
Rules & Guidelines
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Projects must be original and unpublished and tell their story through illustrations without words except title/subtitle. Follow complete organizer regulations.
How to Enter
The simplest approach is to work through the organiser's instructions step by step. Have your entry ready, check the details once more and submit through the official route provided.
Register through https://silentbookcontest.com/registration/, upload your complete PDF and pay €60 for each project by January 15, 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who can enter this competition?
International illustrators and creators of original unpublished wordless books
What is the submission deadline?
January 15, 2027.
Is the competition free to enter?
Entry is listed as Paid (EUR 60).
Is this competition online or offline?
The competition mode is listed as Online.
What prize is offered?
The listed prize information is: Other.
Where can I find the official entry instructions?
Use the official entry link near the top of this page.
What should I check before submitting?
Original unpublished wordless illustrated book; submit the specified complete double-page PDF layout (14 internal spreads plus frontispiece and cover). Up to three projects per author.
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