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”
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Sally Buckner Emerging Writers’ Fellowship
The Buckner Fellowship, in the amount of $500 awarded to one writer each year, supports North Carolina emerging writers whose work shows promise of excellence … Read More “Sally Buckner Emerging Writers’ Fellowship”
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”
2020 Slackjaw Humor Writing Challenge
The Slackjaw Humor Writing Challenge is a humor writing contest with $2,450 in cash prizes that’s free to enter. It involves generating ideas, pitching, and … Read More “2020 Slackjaw Humor Writing Challenge”
“Sensuality” International Call – Art & Literature Journal – Deadline April 30, 2020
| Theme: A glance, touch, dance, flower, scent or piece of chocolate can be sensual. Our senses both protect us from and connect us joyfully … Read More ““Sensuality” International Call – Art & Literature Journal – Deadline April 30, 2020”
TreadBikely Spring 2020 Short Story Contest
Utilize whatever writing format moves you most—short story, poem, essay, song lyrics, etc.—but first, familiarize yourself with our submission guidelines, along with the following rules. … Read More “TreadBikely Spring 2020 Short Story Contest”
Lazuli Literary Group Writing Contest (Summer 2020)
Fiction, non-fiction, poetry, essays, philosophical ruminations, stageplays, fragments, chapters, and excerpts are all acceptable. We are not concerned with genre distinctions—send us the best you … Read More “Lazuli Literary Group Writing Contest (Summer 2020)”
Carteret Writers Annual Writing Contest
This is our 29th year of the contest. – Flash Fiction: 750 words or less. – Fiction: 3,000 words or less. May be a short … Read More “Carteret Writers Annual Writing Contest”
Northern Colorado Writers Conference
The 15th Annual Northern Colorado Writers Conference is on the books for April 30-May 2, 2020. We’re thrilled to announce that Sophie Hannah and Teresa … Read More “Northern Colorado Writers Conference”
Headway Quarterly Winter 2020 Writing Contest
We are accepting entries of poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, or other written work on the theme of TASTE—whatever that means to you. Please limit … Read More “Headway Quarterly Winter 2020 Writing Contest”
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How to (realistically) make six figures as a writer
How one author brings home six figures each year without a day job – and how you can, too. Read More “How to (realistically) make six figures as a writer”
How to create complex, dynamic characters in fiction
Creating truly memorable characters requires time, patience, and trust. Read More “How to create complex, dynamic characters in fiction”
How to foster more empathy in your memoir
A successful memoir hinges on empathy – for your characters, yes, but also for yourself. Here’s how to convey it in the page. Read More “How to foster more empathy in your memoir”