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Write a 3-5-3
Write a 3-5-3 poem.Deadline
Disappointing Christmas Present
Write a non-fiction story about the most disappointing present you ever received for Christmas as a kid. Exactly 75 words.Deadline
Making A Difference
Write an inspirational story in 500 words or less. One character must make a positive difference of some kind in another character's life.
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5-7-5 Poetry
Write a 5-7-5 poem for this contest for new members to the site. A 5-7-5 poem is a three line poem. The first line has five syllables. The second line has seven. The third line has five again. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline
Loop Poetry Contest
A fun poetry type that requires you to use the last word of each sentence as the starting word of the next sentence. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline
All Contests
75 Words Flash Fiction
Write a flash fiction story that uses 75 words. That is the challenge of this contest. Write a story (on any topic) using exactly 75 words. The title does not count towards the word count. Online word processor is an estimate only. We recommend the use of a computer word processor to count the words. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline
My Faith Poetry
Share a poem that is about your faith or how faith has impacted your life. Any type of poem accepted. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline
Fantasy Writing Contest
Write a short story for this writing contest. Your story should have a fantasy elements. Minimum 2000 words. Cash Prize.Deadline
Story of the Month
Each month a vote determines the Story of the Month. All stories posted during the month are automatically considered. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline
Poem of the Month
Each month one poem is selected to be the Poem of the Month. A public vote determines the winner. All poems posted during the month are automatically considered. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline
Free Verse Poem
Write a free verse poem. This is a method of writing poetry that does not follow any structure or style. See an example and details in the announcement. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline
Haiku Poetry Contest
For this contest you are challenged to write a Haiku poem. Haiku is a form of poetry that only uses three lines. Can you paint a mental image using only three lines? Cash Prize.
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Christmas Story
Share a story that takes place during Christmastime. All writing welcomed including fiction and non-fiction. No poetry. 5,000 words or less. The winner takes away a cash prize.
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Christmas Poetry
Share a poem about Christmas. It can be the lights, shopping, a child opening a gift - whatever you feel best represents this day. Any format you choose. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline
Book of the Month
Each month one book chapter is selected to be the Book of the Month. A public vote determines the winner. All books posted during the month are automatically considered for this contest. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline
Take A Photo Poetry
Go out for a walk and take a camera, smartphone or tablet with you. Snap a picture of something interesting and write a poem about it when you get home. Post the photo along with the poem. Special thanks to Sallyo for originally creating this contest. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline
Reviewing Contest
Every month we make a cash prize available to the reviewer that writes the most detailed and helpful reviews. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline
80 Word Flash Fiction
A drabble is a flash fiction story that uses 80 words. That is the challenge of this contest. Write a story (on any topic) using 80 words. The title does not count towards the word count. The submitted work must be between 78 - 82 words. We recommend the use of a computer word processor to count the words. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline
My Father
Any form of poetry is accepted.Deadline Jan 4th
20 Syllable Poem
Write a poem that has exactly 20 syllables. Any format. Cash Prize.Deadline Jan 5th
Share Your Story
A memoir gives us the ability to write about our life. But you can write about life with the option to create and fabricate and to make sense of a life, or part of that life. Write a piece of your life! Cash Prize.
Deadline Jan 7th
3-6-9 Poem
This poem has three stanzas. Each stanza has three lines that follows the 3-6-9 syllable count. The first line has 3 syllables, the second line has 6 syllables and the last line 9 syllables. The subject can be anything. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline Jan 10th
A First Book Chapter
For this contest share the first chapter of your novel. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline Jan 13th
5-7-5 Poetry Contest
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should only have three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline Jan 17th
Science Fiction Writing
Write a short story for this writing contest. Your story should have a strong science fiction elements. Minimum 2000 words. Cash Prize.Deadline Jan 22nd
Nonet Poetry Contest
Write a nine line poem for this poetry contest. But you must count syllables. The first line of your poem will have 9 syllables. The second line has 8 syllables and the 7th line has seven. This continues until your final line which has one syllable. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline Jan 26th
Share A Story In A Poem
In this contest you are challenged to write a poem that tells a story and also rhymes. We've included examples of this type of poetry storytelling in the announcement. Cash Prize.Deadline Jan 29th
Newbie Flash Fiction
For our New Arrival contest we challenge you to write a story that uses exactly 100 words. Title does not count towards the word count. Write about anything with 100 words. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline Feb 5th
2-4-2 Poetry
Write a 2-4-2 syllable poem. It has three lines. The first line has 2 syllables, the second line has 4 syllables and the last line has 2 syllables again. The subject can be anything. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline Feb 7th
Western Writing Contest
Write a short story for this writing contest. Your story should have a clear western (old west) theme. Minimum 2000 words. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline Feb 10th
Free Form Poetry Contest
Write a free verse poem. This is a method of writing poetry that does not follow any structure or style. See an example and details in the announcement. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline Feb 15th
5-7-5 Poetry Contest
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should have only three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline Feb 17th
This Sentence Starts The Story
Write a story that starts with this sentence: You need to calm down. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline Feb 21st
Acrostic Poetry Contest
Write an acrostic poem. An acrostic poem is a poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word. View an example in the announcement. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Feb 24th
Horror Writing Contest
Write a horror or thriller story for this writing contest. Put your readers on edge or terrorize them. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Feb 28th
Sonnet Poetry Contest
Just like Shakespeare did, discover the rhythm and rhyme scheme of the Shakespearean sonnet. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Mar 1st
Lune Poetry Contest
A Lune poem is a short and fun poetry form with only three lines. View the contest announcement for an example. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline Mar 6th
True Story Contest
Share a true story from your life. Write a story that shares a moment, an object, a feeling, etc. This does not have to be a profound memory, but should allow readers insight into your feelings, observations and/or thoughts. Use at least 100 words. No poetry. Cash Prize.Deadline Mar 9th
Minute
Write a Minute poem for this contest. A fun poem to write. It follows the "8,4,4,4" syllable count structure. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline Mar 15th
Two Line Poem
Write an essence poem. This is a poem of two lines with six syllables per line, each containing an internal rhyme and an ending rhyme.Example
Mysterious night dream
Elicits a fright scream
Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Mar 19th
5-7-5 Poetry Contest
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should only have three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline Mar 23rd
Free Verse Poetry Contest
Write a free verse poem. This is a method of writing poetry that does not follow any structure or style. See an example and details in the announcement. Cash Prize.Deadline Mar 27th
Four Line Poem
Write a four line poem that has a specific syllable count. The first line has 1 syllable, the second line has 5 syllables, the third line has 5 syllables, and the last line has 9 syllables. The subject can be anything. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline Mar 31st
Dialogue Only Writing Contest
Write a story using only dialogue. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Apr 5th
5-7-5 Poem
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should only have three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline Apr 9th
Future Flash Fiction
Write a flash fiction story that takes place in the future. Maximum length 500 words. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline Apr 13th
Faith Poetry Contest
The theme for this poetry contest is "faith". We are looking for poems that in some way pertain to this theme. It doesn't matter if it's spiritual, political, intellectual or emotional as long as faith is clearly represented. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline Apr 19th
100 Word Flash Fiction
Write a flash fiction story on any topic that uses exactly 100 words. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Apr 25th
Tanka Poetry Contest
For this contest you are challenged to write a Tanka poem. Tanka is a five line poem that follows a specific syllable count. See the announcement for an example. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline Apr 30th
15 Syllable Poem
Write a poem with exactly 15 syllables. You can structure it anyway you choose and choose the word count. But the total syllable count for the completed poem must have exactly 15 syllables total. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline May 5th
Non-Fiction Writing Contest
We are looking for personal essays, memoirs, and works of literary non-fiction on any topic. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline May 8th
3 Line Poetry Contest
Write a poem that has three lines and a syllable count of either 5-7-5 or 5-7-7. The poem must address a loved one. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline May 12th
5 Line Poem
Write a five-lined poem that has a specific syllable count to enter this contest. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline May 17th
Flash Fiction
Write a flash fiction story that uses 150 words. That is the challenge of this contest. Write a story (on any topic) using exactly 150 words. The title does not count towards the word count. Online word processor is an estimate only. We recommend the use of a computer word processor to count the words. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline May 20th
Children's Poetry Contest
Can you write a poem that brings a smile to a child? Cash Prize.Deadline May 24th
True Story Flash
Write a true story "flash fiction" style on any topic. Can be humorous, embarrassing, inspiring or thoughtful - the only requirement is that it is a true story. The title does not count towards the word count. The submitted work must be between 98- 102 words. We recommend the use of a computer word processor to count the words. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline May 27th
Rhyming Poetry Contest
Write a poem that has a rhyme scheme. How it rhymes is up to you. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline May 30th
Dribble Flash Fiction
Write a story on any topic that uses 50 words. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline Jun 3rd
Write A Script
A script can be bring a scene alive with just a little direction and words. Now is your chance to write your own. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline Jun 5th
ABC Poetry Contest
For this contest you are challenged to write a ABC poem. ABC poetry has five lines and often is used to express feelings. See the announcement for an example. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Jun 11th
Haiku Poetry Contest
For this contest you are challenged to write a Haiku poem. Haiku is a form of poetry that only uses three lines. Can you paint a mental image using only three lines? Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Jun 15th
6 Word Poetry
Write a poem with only 6 words. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline Jun 22nd
Cinquain Poetry
A cinquain poem is a five line poem that follows a specific format. Read the announcement for a sample poem. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline Jun 26th
Love Poem Poetry Contest
Write a love poem. All forms of poetry accepted. Your love poem can be fictional or non-fictional. It can be humorous or serious. The choice is yours. But it must clearly be a love poem. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Jun 30th
No Rules Poetry Contest
Write a poem of any type. Can be a poem that rhymes. Or a poem that is free verse. You decide. Any topic. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline Jul 3rd
One Line Poem
Write a monostich poem which is a poem that is only one line. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline Jul 7th
3 Line Poetry Contest
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should only have three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline Jul 13th
Haiku
Can you write a poem with only three lines? This contest has a cash prize.Deadline Jul 19th
Rhyming Poem
Write a poem of any type. But there must be a rhyme scheme. How it rhymes is up to you. Cash Prize.Deadline Jul 23rd
8 Words or Less Poem
Write a poem with eight words or less. Your poem must be concise and have impact. Can you do it? Cash Prize.Deadline Jul 26th
