Printed PDF copies of published pieces are encouraged so long as at least one actual clipping or tearsheet, as published, is provided with each entry. In the absence of a printed PDF version, clear and legible photocopies (not reduced in size) on standard 8.5 X 11-inch or 11 X 17-inch paper are acceptable. All pages of copies must be numbered. An article or series reassembled from its original form into a reprint is acceptable as long as all components are reprinted in full. Please do not submit entries in protective plastic sheets within binders. Submit seven complete copies.
Television entries must be submitted on DVD. The entrant is responsible for assuring DVD submissions can be accessed on both PC and Mac platforms. Prize entries must be unedited and as they were originally aired or transmitted. Each DVD must be labeled with entry name, affiliation, and length in minutes. Submit seven copies.
Radio entries must be submitted in CD or DVD format. Each CD/DVD must be labeled with entry name, affiliation, and length in minutes. Entries must be unedited and as they were originally aired or transmitted. Submit seven copies.
Books must be submitted in their complete form and as published, either hard or soft cover. Verbatim paperback editions of hard back editions published in the same calendar year are acceptable. Paperback editions of hard back editions published in the previous calendar year are acceptable only if the hard cover edition was not previously entered for the Grantham Prize. Entrant may request that six copies be returned once judging is complete. Submit seven copies.
Printouts of the submitted story or series are acceptable, as the entry originally appeared on the Web. The date and publisher/outlet of first appearance of the entry must be provided along with the URL. Where applicable, include non-Web components or supplements to the story and specify where and when they were published or aired (e.g., TV, radio, or print outlets). If a subscription or registration is required to access the story or series, provide a username and password. Submit seven copies.