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.
Screenwriting
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”
Lazuli Literary Group Writing Contest
Both previously published and unpublished works are eligible, provided that publication on the Lazuli Literary Group website does not infringe on previously held rights. A … Read More “Lazuli Literary Group Writing Contest”
La Jolla Writers Conference
Ready to take your writing to the next level? Want to receive personalized feedback from NY Times bestselling authors and pitch your project to literary … Read More “La Jolla Writers Conference”
NCWN 2018 Fall Conference
The 2018 North Carolina Writers’ Network Fall Conference features workshops and master classes in poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and the stage and screen, as well … Read More “NCWN 2018 Fall Conference”
Chattahoochee Valley Writers Conference
The Chattahoochee Valley Writers Conference returns in 2018 with Jennifer Horne, Poet Laureate of Alabama, Nick Norwood, director of the Carson McCullers Center, screenwriter Ty … Read More “Chattahoochee Valley Writers Conference”
Desert Nights, Rising Stars Writers Conference
The Desert Nights, Rising Stars Writers Conference creates a unique and intimate creative writing experience where writers of all backgrounds, genres, and skill levels gather … Read More “Desert Nights, Rising Stars Writers Conference”
Literary Taxidermy Short Story Competition
Regulus Press is small, privately-held publisher dedicated to encouraging extraordinary fiction and poetry. Located in the Pacific Northwest, Regulus Press is pleased to announce its … Read More “Literary Taxidermy Short Story Competition”
Santa Barbara Writers Conference
Since 1972 writers from around the world have gathered each June at the Santa Barbara Writers Conference to rub elbows with fellow storytellers, celebrate well-known … Read More “Santa Barbara Writers Conference”
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5 terrible, horrible, no good, very bad children’s book mistakes
Working on a book for young readers? Here’s what not to do. Read More “5 terrible, horrible, no good, very bad children’s book mistakes”
Beyond the backdrop: Mastering setting in fiction
Fully developing the setting of your work can lead to richer characters and deeper plotlines. Read More “Beyond the backdrop: Mastering setting in fiction”
Ranking rejection
All writers will receive rejection letters, but all “no’s” are not equal. Read More “Ranking rejection”