Entering writing contests is a great way to build upon your writing skills and venture in genres you might not normally write in. When entering a contest, ensure that you have followed the contest rules. Always pay the exact entry fee, if not your entry will not be read. It is surprising how many writers submit great entries but don't pay the submission fees. Be assured, it doesn't matter how fantastic your entry is, it will not be read if the entry fee is not enclosed. Carefully proofread your entry for typing or grammatical errors. Have someone else give your submission a final read before submitting.
In this section, you will find links to various contests and genres. Some contests will require an entry fee whilst others may be free. Check back often to discover new contests. You will also find contest listings under the appropriate heading in the forum. Good Luck!
Electric Dragon Cafe Science Fiction and Fantasy Quarterly Short Story Contest
Category: Short story - SF, fantasy or horror
Theme: See website for current theme
Prizes: 1st Prize $25 Barnes & Noble Gift Certificate, 2nd prize $10 Gift Cert. 3rd Prize writing journal
Entry Fee: None
Deadline: December 31, 2008
Entries via online form.
Highlights 2009 Fiction Contest
Category: Fiction for children
Theme: Contemporary world-cultures stories
Prizes: 3 prizes of $1000 or tuition for Highlights Foundation Writers Workshop in Chautauqua
Entry Fee: None
Deadline: Entries postmarked Jan. 1/09-Jan 30/09
Entries via regular postal service.
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