Queer Writers of America
Queer Writers of America is a writing contest by and for queer middle and high school students. To counter the censorship of LGBTQ+ content in … Read More “Queer Writers of America”
Creative Nonfiction
Moondancer Fellowship 2023
The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow (WCDH) is pleased to offer the Moondancer fellowship for authors who express their passion for the natural world and … Read More “Moondancer Fellowship 2023”
The Synopsis Skirmish
According to literary agent Sarah Davies, a good query submission can be described in terms of concept and craft. In other words, you want to … Read More “The Synopsis Skirmish”
F(r)iction Spring Writing Contest
In our writing contests, we seek writing that reflects a similar mission to our journal, F(r)iction: work that actively pushes the boundaries of traditional publishing, … Read More “F(r)iction Spring Writing Contest”
Narratively’s 2023 Profile Prize
Narratively is currently accepting submissions for their 2023 Profile Prize contest. They are looking for profile pieces that tell the story of ordinary people or communities doing extraordinary … Read More “Narratively’s 2023 Profile Prize”
$500 for Fiction, CNF, Poetry, Graphic Novel or Art ends soon
With Geminga: $500 for Tiny Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, or Art, Sunspot Lit honors the power of the small. No restrictions on theme or category. Word … Read More “$500 for Fiction, CNF, Poetry, Graphic Novel or Art ends soon”
Anthology Travel Writing Competition 2023
Established for writers who like to share authentic travel experiences and to provide a platform for publication. The Anthology Travel Writing Competition is open to … Read More “Anthology Travel Writing Competition 2023”
Military and Front Lines Service Book Awards | Chanticleer Reviews
The Military and Front Lines Awards Categories are: Military and Armed Forces Service Medical Service focused on Nurses, Doctors, Health Care Workers, & Other Essential … Read More “Military and Front Lines Service Book Awards | Chanticleer Reviews”
Queen Mary Wasafiri New Writing Prize
Exceptionally international in scope, the prize supports writers who have not yet published a book-length work, with no limits on age, gender, nationality, or background. … Read More “Queen Mary Wasafiri New Writing Prize”
The Journey Awards for Narrative Non-Fiction (overcoming adversity)
The Journey Awards Categories are: Overcoming Traumatic Adversity – Personal Journal Dysfunctional Family/Siblings Societal/Class/Race Issues Drug Addiction Sexual Abuse Childhood Trauma Personal Journeys / Experiences
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Opportunities for Writers: February 2023 Calls for Submissions
February 2023 Calls for Submissions These are the writing opportunities and contests that caught our eye and are published in the February issue of The … Read More “Opportunities for Writers: February 2023 Calls for Submissions”
Consistency across your YA series
The key to writing a great YA series (or MG series) is knowing your characters and plotlines inside and out – while giving yourself the flexibility to modify things when needed. Here are four things to live by when writing a series, based on tips from middle grade and young adult authors who have been there. Read More “Consistency across your YA series”
25 Sensory Writing Prompts to Improve Detail & Description
By most accounts, there are more than five senses. Some experts say there are seven, some as many as 20. But narrowing in on at least the five classical senses can lend a much-needed “sense” of detail to your writing. Here are five prompts for each of those five classic senses. Read More “25 Sensory Writing Prompts to Improve Detail & Description”