Short Story of the Month
Mission = Revive the art of the short story, support artists, and produce something wonderful. Each month paying subscribers get one amazing story. Cost is … Read More “Short Story of the Month”
Fiction
Solstice’s Spring ’22 Fiction Writing Contest
We’re excited to announce that Solstice’s Spring ’22 Fiction Writing Contest is now open for entries. All of Solstice’s contests are run in partnership with … Read More “Solstice’s Spring ’22 Fiction Writing Contest”
Solstice’s Spring ’22 Art & Photography Contest
We’re excited to announce that Solstice’s Spring ’22 Art & Photography Contest is now open for entries. All of Solstice’s contests are run in partnership … Read More “Solstice’s Spring ’22 Art & Photography Contest”
Askew’s Word on the Lake Writing Contest
Whether you’re an established or emerging writer, the Askew’s Word on the Lake Writing Contest has a place for you. Part of the Word on … Read More “Askew’s Word on the Lake Writing Contest”
The Rain Writing Contest #3: Curiosity Killed the Cat
The door that leads to a strange, fabulous, and dangerous new world. The farmer who uncovers an ancient relic holding insidious power. The crazed alchemist … Read More “The Rain Writing Contest #3: Curiosity Killed the Cat”
The Paranormal Awards
The Paranormal Awards Categories are: Paranormal Romance Urban/Edgy Magical Beings & Creatures Supernatural Powers Adventure/Mystery/Thriller
The Ozma Book Awards
The Ozma Awards Categories are: Magic, Heroes & Villains Coming of Age Steampunk/Dieselpunk/Gaslight Fantasy Historical Fantasy Modern/Urban Fantasy Fairy Tale, Fable, Myth & Legend
The Clue Awards
The Clue Awards Categories are: Suspense/Thriller Detective/Crime Private Eye (Noir) Legal/Medical/Police Procedural Spy/Espionage
The Goethe Awards for post-1750s Historical Fiction
The Goethe Awards Categories are: Regency/Victorian World/International History (non-western culture historical fiction) 19th Century 20th Century World and Other Wars US History
The Chaucer Awards for pre-1750s Historical Fiction
The Chaucer Awards Categories are: Pre-Historical Fiction Ancient Historical Fiction World/International History (non-western culture historical fiction) Dark Ages, Medieval, Renaissance Elizabethan/Tudor 1600’s America’s – Historical … Read More “The Chaucer Awards for pre-1750s Historical Fiction”
Featured Posts
Pro tips for avoiding clichéd characters in fiction
Banish those walking clichés from your work for good with these tips. Read More “Pro tips for avoiding clichéd characters in fiction”
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”
4 ways to instantly tighten your fiction
Editor-proof your stories with these tips. Read More “4 ways to instantly tighten your fiction”