Breakout Eight Writers Prize
Epiphany is partnering with the Authors Guild to honor and support outstanding emerging literary voices and bring visibility to the writers of our future by … Read More “Breakout Eight Writers Prize”
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Enizagam
Enizagam is a literary journal featuring poetry, fiction, and interviews by writers from all over the world. Our content is comprised of submissions from writers … Read More “Enizagam”
Killer Nashville International Writers’ Conference 2018
The Killer Nashville International Writers’ Conference was created in 2006 by author/filmmaker Clay Stafford in an effort to bring together forensic experts, writers, and fans … Read More “Killer Nashville International Writers’ Conference 2018”
DISQUIET International Literary Program
Join Portuguese and North American writers for two weeks of workshops, readings, craft talks, cultural exchange and creative community in the heart of one of … Read More “DISQUIET International Literary Program”
Lazuli Literary Group Writing Contest
We love work that is linguistically, intellectually, and emotionally demanding of the reader. We want literary works that grow in complexity upon each visitation. Writers … Read More “Lazuli Literary Group Writing Contest”
Snake Nation Review Young Writers’ Competition
Publishing works of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry as well as showcasing photography and art, this literary journal welcomes submissions by young adults nationwide throughout the … Read More “Snake Nation Review Young Writers’ Competition”
Search.University Essay Scholarship Contest
Search.University, a vast database of colleges and universities, announces a $2,000 scholarship contest to help students achieve their goals. We provide information on U.S. educational … Read More “Search.University Essay Scholarship Contest”
Rose Post Creative Nonfiction Competition
The Rose Post Creative Nonfiction Competition encourages the creation of lasting nonfiction that is outside the realm of conventional journalism and has relevance to North … Read More “Rose Post Creative Nonfiction Competition”
Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival
The Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival celebrates the genius of Tennessee Williams, who once called our city his “spiritual home,” and the contemporary artists who … Read More “Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival”
Pennsylvania Writer’s Conference
The Pennsylvania Writers Conference is designed to engage, educate and empower the literary community. If you’re a passionate writer, reader, or both, join us on … Read More “Pennsylvania Writer’s Conference”
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Beyond the backdrop: Mastering setting in fiction
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