Clumsy Spider Publishing
The goal of Clumsy Spider Press is to publish writers for youth who stand out from the crowd, and hopefully aid them in the path … Read More “Clumsy Spider Publishing”
Crime/Thriller
Redd Tales Flagship Flash Fiction Contest
Written works under 1000 words will be accepted until June 6, 2020. Work submitted should be original and unpublished elsewhere. All genre fiction is accepted … Read More “Redd Tales Flagship Flash Fiction Contest”
Inkitt Thrill Seeker Contest
Enter your thriller, horror, mystery, scary, crime or any other book with a dark, suspenseful or thrilling theme for the chance to win some incredible … Read More “Inkitt Thrill Seeker Contest”
The DEVON & CORNWALL INTERNATIONAL NOVEL PRIZE
We are pleased to announce that our literary prize, the 2020 DEVON & CORNWALL INTERNATIONAL (DCI) NOVEL PRIZE is now open for submissions. This is … Read More “The DEVON & CORNWALL INTERNATIONAL NOVEL PRIZE”
Slight Short Story Contest 2020
Submit a story of 2,000 words or less in any fiction category (horror, mystery, sci-fi, etc.). Submit only the story title and the story itself. … Read More “Slight Short Story Contest 2020”
Dream Quest One Poetry & Writing Contest – SUMMER 2020
The Dream Quest One Poetry & Writing Contest is open to anyone who enjoys expressing innermost thoughts and feelings into the beautiful literary art of … Read More “Dream Quest One Poetry & Writing Contest – SUMMER 2020”
Chanticleer Authors Conference
A unique and progressive authors conference designed to share insight, knowledge, and the latest technologies about the marketing and business side of being an author … Read More “Chanticleer Authors Conference”
Global Thriller Awards – Thriller and Lab Lit Fiction
Chanticleer Book Reviews is looking for the best books featuring suspense, thrilling stories that put the balance of world power or that will end the … Read More “Global Thriller Awards – Thriller and Lab Lit Fiction”
The Writer’s Games
THE WRITER’S GAMES is a bi-annual writing competition with a global reach. For six consecutive weeks, registered participants create short stories that meet the challenges … Read More “The Writer’s Games”
Literary Taxidermy Short Story Competition
The Literary Taxidermy Short Story Competition invites writers to stitch together their own stories based on the opening and closing lines of well-known works of … Read More “Literary Taxidermy Short Story Competition”
Featured Posts
Character interlands: A new way to develop the character worksheet
Type “character worksheets” into a search engine, and you’ll find hundreds of resources to develop your protagonist and other characters. Some of the worksheets are … Read More “Character interlands: A new way to develop the character worksheet”
Pro tips for writing the ending of your novels and short stories
How to successfully navigate the last chapter of your work. Read More “Pro tips for writing the ending of your novels and short stories”
From the Front Lines: Wanna write more in 2021? Try these tips.
A little shift in consciousness can create life-altering creativity. Read More “From the Front Lines: Wanna write more in 2021? Try these tips.”