The Somerset Maugham Award is a prestigious literary prize established in 1947 by the Society of Authors in the United Kingdom. It is awarded annually to recognize outstanding works of fiction, poetry, or drama by British authors under the age of 30. The award aims to encourage new talent and promote innovative writing. Named after the renowned author W. Somerset Maugham, the award highlights the importance of creativity in literature. Winners receive a monetary prize, which can be used to support their writing endeavors. The award has helped launch the careers of many successful writers in the literary world.