Deadline
Saturday, December 31, 2016
Categories
Children’s, Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Nonfiction, Young Adult
Entry Fees
No entry fees
Prizes
CELEBRATE DIVERSITY AWARD
GRAND PRIZE $3,000
HORROR/SUSPENSE AWARD $500
HISTORICAL FICTION AWARD $500
FANTASY AWARD $500
FOR TEENS BY TEENS AWARD $500
Description
Story Shares, a nonprofit organization based in Boston, MA devoted to inspiring reading practice and improving literacy skills, is launching their annual Relevant Reads writing contest. The contest opens August 23, 2016 with a submission deadline of December 31, 2016. The contest is seeking submissions from 1,000 to 10,000 words in a variety of genres including historical fiction, horror/suspense, fantasy, and overall diversity so that every reader is able to find his or her reflection in the books available. The contest also has a “For Teens by Teens” category and accepts submissions by youth under the age of 18 who wish to contribute their unique voices to the organization’s growing library.
Contact Information
Learn more or apply at www.StoryShares.org/contest.