Tapas Entertainment has announced the winners of its highly anticipated “Tapas Action Fantasy Tourney,” a global writing competition designed to showcase exceptional talent in the Action Fantasy genre. This contest, which drew hundreds of submissions from around the world, celebrates the creativity and storytelling prowess of both aspiring and established authors. Through a combination of Reader’s Choice Voting and careful evaluation by a panel of industry professionals, these winners have been awarded exclusive publishing contracts and marketing opportunities to bring their captivating stories to life on a global stage.

The first-place winner, The Useless S-Class Hunter by AKG, captivated judges and readers alike with its dynamic characters and imaginative world-building. Second place went to The Infernal Scribe by PCK, followed by Piyumi of Palaedia by lotus fire in third place. Additional top honors were awarded to Umbris: Covenant of Corruption by BijouParadise in fourth place and The Necromancer’s Knight by caffeinatsun in fifth place. Honorable mentions included Mirror, Mirror on the Wall by GiveMeThatBread, Waba Hama: The Plague by nezkovsou, The Villain’s Sidekick by Yourpersonalprince, Irelina and the Blood Cursed Sword by Kim Diok, and Of Lowlifes, Lutes & Liars by Skiddigy, highlighting a diverse range of voices and narratives within the action fantasy genre.

Winners of the Tapas Action Fantasy Tourney have been awarded exclusive three-year publishing contracts with Tapas Entertainment, complete with minimum guarantees of up to $15,000, a 50/50 revenue share, and custom cover art created by professional designers. Additionally, winners will receive comprehensive editorial and production support, extensive marketing campaigns, and in-app promotions to maximize their exposure to Tapas’ vast audience. These stories will also be considered for other creative opportunities, further cementing Tapas’ commitment to nurturing extraordinary talent.

The winning stories will debut with premium relaunches in the coming months, paired with extensive publicity campaigns and in-app marketing to ensure maximum visibility. Readers can look forward to diving into these thrilling worlds of action and fantasy, each brought to life by Tapas’ signature editorial and creative expertise.