The CHILLFILTR Review Best-Of Contest
CHILLFILTR was built for one simple reason: to bring a spotlight to independent artists. With the CHILLFILTR Review, we strive to bring the best new … Read More “The CHILLFILTR Review Best-Of Contest”
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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”
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”
“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”
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”
Unmapped: migrants stories of New York
The International Organization for Migration and Fordham University invite writers of all ages and backgrounds to submit original non-fiction essays or memoirs, short fiction or … Read More “Unmapped: migrants stories of New York”
Mistakes Were Made
The year 2020 reminds us of the phrase: Hindsight is 20/20. So we invite you to look back on your life and tell us about … Read More “Mistakes Were Made”
Rose Post Creative Nonfiction Competition
The Rose Post Creative Nonfiction Competition, sponsored by the North Carolina Writers’ Network, encourages the creation of lasting nonfiction that is outside the realm of … Read More “Rose Post Creative Nonfiction Competition”
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5 things a personal essay needs to succeed (and sell)
Here are the five components that should be in any truthteller’s toolkit. Read More “5 things a personal essay needs to succeed (and sell)”
Top tips for older writers who want to write a memoir
As an older adult, you have a wealth of wisdom and memories to share with the world – but sometimes fear can get in the way of putting yourself on the page. These tried-and-true tips will help you get started. Read More “Top tips for older writers who want to write a memoir”
How COVID-19 will affect the publishing industry
The COVID-19 outbreak has impacted how writers write, what editors want to publish, and how books are sold. Read More “How COVID-19 will affect the publishing industry”