Queer Writers of America
Queer Writers of America is a writing contest by and for queer middle and high school students. To counter the censorship of LGBTQ+ content in … Read More “Queer Writers of America”
Poetry
F(r)iction Spring Writing Contest
In our writing contests, we seek writing that reflects a similar mission to our journal, F(r)iction: work that actively pushes the boundaries of traditional publishing, … Read More “F(r)iction Spring Writing Contest”
One Line Poem
Share a monostich. That’s a poem that only has one line. What can you share when you only have one line to work with? The … Read More “One Line Poem”
No Rules Poetry Contest
This contest has no rules! Share the poem that you imagine. Can rhyme if you choose. Or can be free form. The topic is open.
Rhyming Poetry Contest
Write a poem that has a clear rhyme scheme to enter this poetry contest at FanStory.com. Cash prize to the winner!
Cinquain Poetry Contest
Share a Cinquain. What’s that? It’s a poem with five lines that follows a specific syllable count. See the details and an example poem by … Read More “Cinquain Poetry Contest”
$500 for Fiction, CNF, Poetry, Graphic Novel or Art ends soon
With Geminga: $500 for Tiny Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, or Art, Sunspot Lit honors the power of the small. No restrictions on theme or category. Word … Read More “$500 for Fiction, CNF, Poetry, Graphic Novel or Art ends soon”
THRP Chapbook Contest
Submit no more than 30 pages of your best poetry. THRP is not concerned with the poet who has the most publications; rather, we wish … Read More “THRP Chapbook Contest”
Queen Mary Wasafiri New Writing Prize
Exceptionally international in scope, the prize supports writers who have not yet published a book-length work, with no limits on age, gender, nationality, or background. … Read More “Queen Mary Wasafiri New Writing Prize”
Children’s Poetry Contest
Share a poem written specifically for a child. Make it rhyme. Make it fun. Tell a story as children love stories. This contest has a … Read More “Children’s Poetry Contest”
Featured Posts
Opportunities for Writers: February 2023 Calls for Submissions
February 2023 Calls for Submissions These are the writing opportunities and contests that caught our eye and are published in the February issue of The … Read More “Opportunities for Writers: February 2023 Calls for Submissions”
Consistency across your YA series
The key to writing a great YA series (or MG series) is knowing your characters and plotlines inside and out – while giving yourself the flexibility to modify things when needed. Here are four things to live by when writing a series, based on tips from middle grade and young adult authors who have been there. Read More “Consistency across your YA series”
25 Sensory Writing Prompts to Improve Detail & Description
By most accounts, there are more than five senses. Some experts say there are seven, some as many as 20. But narrowing in on at least the five classical senses can lend a much-needed “sense” of detail to your writing. Here are five prompts for each of those five classic senses. Read More “25 Sensory Writing Prompts to Improve Detail & Description”