The Minutes by Nell Stevens is the fifth story up for the prestigious BBC National Short Story Award 2018 with Cambridge University. Here art and activism come together and things aren't quite what they seem. Tuppence Middleton reads. To find out who will win this year's award listen to the...

The Sweet Sop by Ingrid Persaud is the fourth contender for the celebrated BBC National Short Story Award 2018 with Cambridge University. In her story there's emotional blackmail and sweet release. Leemore Marrett Junior reads You can hear the five stories in contention for this major BBC award...

Kiare Ladner's Van Rensburg's Card is the third shortlisted entry for the esteemed BBC National Short Story Award 2018 with Cambridge University. In her story, a simple note brings solace and the prospect of new hope. Carolyn Pickles reads. To find out who will win this year's hotly contested...