Jane Hoppen Residency 2019-20
In honor of longtime member Jane Hoppen, Paragraph: Workspace for Writers is offering a six month residency to a writer who represents the LGBTQ+ community … Read More “Jane Hoppen Residency 2019-20”
Screenwriting
A Hotel Room of One’s Own: The Erma Bombeck | Anna Lefler Humorist-in-Residence Program
Sponsored by the University of Dayton — the alma mater of legendary humorist Erma Bombeck — A Hotel Room of One’s Own: The Erma Bombeck … Read More “A Hotel Room of One’s Own: The Erma Bombeck | Anna Lefler Humorist-in-Residence Program”
BlueCat Screenplay Competition
The BlueCat Screenplay Competition, now in its 22nd year, is open for submissions for its 2020 competition. BlueCat remains committed to the undiscovered writer and … Read More “BlueCat Screenplay Competition”
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”
$100 for 100 Words Contest
Microfiction, micro essay, micro memoir, short poem, micro script, micro screenplay…if it’s 100 words or less, it might be worth $100. No restrictions on theme … Read More “$100 for 100 Words Contest”
Writers Retreat at Camp Mokule’ia (7th Annual!)
The Mokulē‘ia Writers Retreat is an annual gathering that brings three dozen writers of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, essays, and memoir to the North Shore of … Read More “Writers Retreat at Camp Mokule’ia (7th Annual!)”
Dallas-Fort Worth Writers Conference (DFWCon)
DFWCon is the premier multi-genre writers conference in the Southwest. We welcome writers in all genres, both fiction and non-fiction, and we provide a top-notch … Read More “Dallas-Fort Worth Writers Conference (DFWCon)”
Write a Script – Share your Screenplay
A screenplay is a unique and fun form of writing. Share your story in a script. See the contest announcement for an example.
Short Story Competition 2018: New Beginnings
On January 15th submission closes – make sure to submit by then! 2500 word maximum Short stories in English from anywhere in the world in … Read More “Short Story Competition 2018: New Beginnings”
Virginia B. Ball Writing Contest
The contest is open to all students in grades 8-11 during the 2018-2019 school year. Applicants are asked to submit writing samples by Dec. 1, … Read More “Virginia B. Ball Writing Contest”
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Ten essential resources for nonfiction writers
A creative nonfiction instructor opens up her truthteller’s toolbox and shares the aids she relies on most. Read More “Ten essential resources for nonfiction writers”
The best writing conferences in America
Our readers pick the top event in each state. Read More “The best writing conferences in America”
The psychology of world building
Use these tips and exercises to make any story come to life on the page. Read More “The psychology of world building”