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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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Both previously published and unpublished works are eligible, provided that publication on the Lazuli Literary Group website does not infringe on previously held rights.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”
Dream Quest One Poetry & Writing Contest
This contest is open to anyone who loves expressing innermost thoughts and feelings into the beautiful literary art of poetry and/or writing a story that’s … Read More “Dream Quest One Poetry & Writing Contest”
Austin Film Festival Script Competitions
The Ultimate Runway Now in our 25th year, the Austin Film Festival has been catapulting writers into life-changing careers for over two decades. Whether your … Read More “Austin Film Festival Script Competitions”
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The top 10 do’s and don’ts of submitting to literary agents
Before querying agents make sure to do or not do each of these items. Read More “The top 10 do’s and don’ts of submitting to literary agents”
Structure a story that will last
Every problem is not fixable. What happens when we can’t offer restitution? Learn the blueprint for writing the quest narrative. Read More “Structure a story that will last”
Successful self-published authors share their top tips
We hear whispers that indie authors can make just as much as – if not more than – traditionally published authors. But who are these mythical indie authors, and how are they making it work? Read More “Successful self-published authors share their top tips”