That’s right. I want to challenge you to write something. Not just anything, but my challenge to you is to write something for you –not for someone else, some other company or some other purpose, but for YOU. First Stab at It Take out a pen and paper — okay, you can use your computer […]
July 25, 2011
I just received a request from one of our members here asking how to format a manuscript to submit to a publication — in this case, it was the Good Housekeeping Fiction Contest I noted on a previous post. Don’t worry, there’s still time if you want to check it out. I found good starting […]
February 25, 2011
I found an article that notes 25 upcoming writing contests. It’s such a thorough list and provides such a broad array of opportunity that I thought I’d post it. Check out the list here.
February 24, 2011
Put together a one-minute, prize-winning pitch and you could win a free introduction to a genre-specific agent or publisher. That’s a very big deal, indeed. This event occurs in Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Public Library (KCPL). You only have 4 days to come up with your pitch, but if it’s a good […]
February 22, 2011
Since I live in Kansas, I can’t help but post the information for this contest AND it allows juvenile writers to enter. Although, the monetary compensation isn’t much, it would be a great benefit for your talented teens or someone who wants to get published. To be eligible for this contest, you must live in […]
February 21, 2011
Glimmer Train has periodic contests throughout the year, and they have a current one with a deadline of February 28. The details are as follows, but feel free to visit the Glimmer Train website for more information: SHORT STORY AWARD for NEW WRITERS Deadline: February 28, 2011 Prizes: 1st place wins $1,200, publication in Glimmer Train Stories, and […]
February 18, 2011
If your writing strength falls under the heading of poetry, you may be interested in entering the Gary Gildner Poetry Award contest. I-70 Review Inc., located in Lawrence, Kansas, hosts the annual contest. Gary Lechliter is the publication’s editor and publisher. Gary is a Woodley Press board member. The following are some details regarding the […]
February 11, 2011
New hard-copy magazine is looking for housewife or househubby writers. It doesn’t look like there’s any pay involved, but you do get a by line and bio. A by line gives you credibility with higher paying magazines, such as Redbook, Us, Better Homes & Gardens, etc. See the announcement as follows … Announcing Housewife’s & Husband […]
February 10, 2011
Chicken Soup for the Soup (CSFTS) has another publication coming up. I’ve heard it’s difficult getting accepted (even by other published authors), so I suggest that you become familiar with CSFTS stories before you submit anything for consideration. You have until May 15. See the details below to enter … Chicken Soup for the Soul: […]
February 2, 2011
Glimmer Train has another short story award for writers. If you’re interested, read more, visit the site for rules and submit a manuscript for consideration. —————————————————————————- Upcoming deadline: The February Short Story Award for New Writers closes February 28. See guidelines. This category is open only to writers whose fiction has not appeared in any print publication with […]
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