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If, as part of this submission, a book has been sent directly to one or more judges based in the same country as the publisher (see guidelines above), please list the judge(s) names here:

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I confirm that I have read and will abide by the eligibility guidelines for the 2026 OCM Bocas Prize for Caribbean Literature.

I confirm that, if this title is shortlisted, I will make additional print copies available to the Bocas Lit Fest.

I confirm that, if shortlisted, extracts from this entry may be published in the Trinidad and Tobago Daily and Sunday Express newspapers, and any other print or digital prize publications for the purpose of promoting the winning titles and the OCM Bocas Prize.

I confirm that the author of this title is willing to represent the Prize at international festivals and other fora if invited to do so.

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I confirm that I have read and understood the entry requirements, and all submitted information is accurate.

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