Lune Poetry Contest
To enter this poetry contest write a Lune. A Lune is a poem that follows the 5-3-5 syllable count. So the first line will have … Read More “Lune Poetry Contest”
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Acrostic Poetry Contest
Share an Acrostic Poem to enter this poetry contest. An Acrostic is where the first letter of each line spells out a word (downwards). Often … Read More “Acrostic Poetry Contest”
Nowhere Magazine Spring 2019 Travel Writing Contest
A prize of $1,000 and publication in Nowhere Magazine is given twice yearly for a travel-specific short story, long-form creative nonfiction piece, poem or essay … Read More “Nowhere Magazine Spring 2019 Travel Writing Contest”
Jackson Hole Writers Conference
The Jackson Hole Writers Conference has united people from all walks of life with their passion for words and stories for almost three decades. Professional … Read More “Jackson Hole Writers Conference”
Haiku
Share a Haiku to enter this poetry contest. Generally a Haiku has three lines and follows a specific syllable count. The first line has five … Read More “Haiku”
1-5-7 Poetry Contest
Write a 1-5-7 poem to enter this poetry contest. Just follow the syllable count. So the first line of your poem has one syllable. The … Read More “1-5-7 Poetry Contest”
The Wikimedia Foundation’s Heart of Knowledge Contest
The Wikimedia Foundation’s Heart of Knowledge Contest is an international arts competition soliciting creative submissions on the theme of “What does open access to knowledge … Read More “The Wikimedia Foundation’s Heart of Knowledge Contest”
Wingless Dreamer Literary Chapbook Contest
Wingless Dreamer Literary Chapbook Publication (FOR THE GUEST POST ONLY) Welcome Dreamers! This is an open letter to all the aspiring writers around the globe … Read More “Wingless Dreamer Literary Chapbook Contest”
5-7-5 Poetry Contest
Share a 5-7-5 poem to enter this poetry contest with a cash prize. A 5-7-5 is simple to write. The first line of your poem … Read More “5-7-5 Poetry Contest”
7th Ó Bhéal International Five Words Poetry Competition
7th Ó Bhéal International Five Words Poetry Competition At around noon each Tuesday (GMT), from April 2019 to the end of January 2020, five words … Read More “7th Ó Bhéal International Five Words Poetry Competition”
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