87 Bedford Short Story Contest
Contest is open from May 31 to August 28, 2016. Winner will be announced by September 30, 2016. Rules Submit a literary short story between … Read More “87 Bedford Short Story Contest”
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Writers Who Run (or Walk) Retreat
We’re writers. We’re runners. We’re both. It doesn’t matter what you write. If you write, you’re a writer. And if you run, you’re a runner. … Read More “Writers Who Run (or Walk) Retreat”
BooksGoSocial Annual Writer’s Conference
A mixture of writing craft, self publishing and digital marketing sessions from qualified instructors in Ireland’s leading writing center. Number of Programs/Year 1
Dream Quest One Writing Contest – Summer 2016
Open to anyone who enjoys writing a story that’s worth telling everyone! Write a short story, 5 pages maximum length on any subject or theme. … Read More “Dream Quest One Writing Contest – Summer 2016”
Mercersburg Summer Writing Contest
Mercersburg Summer Programs is thrilled to announce its 6th Annual Young Writers Contest. The contest kicks off the Young Writers Camp’s summer 2016 theme: Behind … Read More “Mercersburg Summer Writing Contest”
Driftless Unsolicited Novella Contest
The 2016 Driftless Unsolicited Novella contest seeks 20,000-40,000 word novellas, with a strong preference for submissions from authors of color, LGBTQ+ writers, and women. Two … Read More “Driftless Unsolicited Novella Contest”
Somerset Awards
Chanticleer Book Reviews is looking for the best books featuring contemporary stories, literary themes, adventure, satire, humor, magic realism or women and family themes. Eligibility: … Read More “Somerset Awards”
Paranormal Awards
Chanticleer Book Reviews is looking for the best books featuring magic, the supernatural, weird other worldly stories, super humans, magical beings and supernatural entities, vampires, … Read More “Paranormal Awards”
Ozma Awards
Chanticleer Book Reviews is looking for the best books featuring magic, the supernatural, imaginary worlds, fantastical creatures, legendary beasts, mythical beings or inventions of fancy … Read More “Ozma Awards”
The Great Break Short Story Contest by The Writer Magazine
I need a break. I broke through. Don’t break my heart. Those are the breaks. Break out! It’s time for your Big Break in the … Read More “The Great Break Short Story Contest by The Writer Magazine”
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