Short Story Contests
Enter Short Story Contests with cash prizes.
This Is My Life!
Write a poem, short piece of fiction, or an essay about your philosophy of life. No more than 1000 words.
Deadline: Today!
Write a poem, short piece of fiction, or an essay about your philosophy of life. No more than 1000 words.
Deadline: Today!
5-7-5 Poetry Contest
The 5-7-5 is a Haiku poem without the requirement of writing about a specific topic. So for this contest write a poem about anything but follow the 5-7-5 syllable count guideline. So your first line will have five syllables, second line has 7, third line has five again. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Today!
The 5-7-5 is a Haiku poem without the requirement of writing about a specific topic. So for this contest write a poem about anything but follow the 5-7-5 syllable count guideline. So your first line will have five syllables, second line has 7, third line has five again. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Today!
Unexpected Romance
The topic for this contest is: Unexpected Romance. For poetry or prose. The story brings two people together, two people who don't necessarily realize that they belong together but the audience is rooting for them.
Deadline: Today!
The topic for this contest is: Unexpected Romance. For poetry or prose. The story brings two people together, two people who don't necessarily realize that they belong together but the audience is rooting for them.
Deadline: Today!
Emotional Dependency
Write a poem about being emotionally dependent on someone or something you love and then how you overcome the ties of that dependency.
Deadline: In 2 Days
Write a poem about being emotionally dependent on someone or something you love and then how you overcome the ties of that dependency.
Deadline: In 2 Days
Nonet Poetry Contest
For this poetry contest your first line must have 9 lines. For the next line remove a syllable - it will have eight. And continue this until you have one syllable. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: In 5 Days
For this poetry contest your first line must have 9 lines. For the next line remove a syllable - it will have eight. And continue this until you have one syllable. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: In 5 Days
Write A Book In A Month
For this contest we provide the starting sentence - you supply the story. Write a story that begins with the sentence specified in the contest announcement. Cash prize to the winner. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: In 9 Days
For this contest we provide the starting sentence - you supply the story. Write a story that begins with the sentence specified in the contest announcement. Cash prize to the winner. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: In 9 Days
Share A Story In A Poem
Write a poem that also tells a story to enter this poetry contest. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: In 12 Days
Write a poem that also tells a story to enter this poetry contest. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: In 12 Days
2D Acrostic Challenge #4
View the contest details for information on this writing contest.
Deadline: In 17 Days
View the contest details for information on this writing contest.
Deadline: In 17 Days
Faith Flash
A secret can often lead to terrible events. How will the secret in your story influence the story. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: In 18 Days
A secret can often lead to terrible events. How will the secret in your story influence the story. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: In 18 Days
2-4-2 Poetry
A 2-4-2 is a simple poem. The first line has two syllables. The second line has four. The third line has two again. Just follow the syllable count when you write your poem to enter. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: In 20 Days
A 2-4-2 is a simple poem. The first line has two syllables. The second line has four. The third line has two again. Just follow the syllable count when you write your poem to enter. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: In 20 Days
True Story Contest
Your challenge for this writing contest is to write a story that is true. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: In 24 Days
Your challenge for this writing contest is to write a story that is true. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: In 24 Days
Free Form Poetry Contest
This contest removes the shackles from the writer. Write a free verse poem. There are no rules for rhymes or syllable count. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: In 27 Days
This contest removes the shackles from the writer. Write a free verse poem. There are no rules for rhymes or syllable count. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: In 27 Days
Western Writing Contest
For this contest we provide the starting sentence - you supply the story. Write a story that begins with the sentence specified in the contest announcement. Cash prize to the winner. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: In 30 Days
For this contest we provide the starting sentence - you supply the story. Write a story that begins with the sentence specified in the contest announcement. Cash prize to the winner. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: In 30 Days
Christmas Story
This writing contest challenges you to write a story that somehow involves Christmas. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: In 34 Days
This writing contest challenges you to write a story that somehow involves Christmas. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: In 34 Days
Christmas Poetry
Write a poem about Christmas to enter this poetry contest. Cash prize to the winner This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: In 34 Days
Write a poem about Christmas to enter this poetry contest. Cash prize to the winner This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: In 34 Days
5-7-5 Poetry Contest
The 5-7-5 is a Haiku poem without the requirement of writing about a specific topic. So for this contest write a poem about anything but follow the 5-7-5 syllable count guideline. So your first line will have five syllables, second line has 7, third line has five again. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Dec 31st
The 5-7-5 is a Haiku poem without the requirement of writing about a specific topic. So for this contest write a poem about anything but follow the 5-7-5 syllable count guideline. So your first line will have five syllables, second line has 7, third line has five again. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Dec 31st
Sacrifice your autobiography
View the contest details for information on this writing contest.
Deadline: Jan 2nd
View the contest details for information on this writing contest.
Deadline: Jan 2nd
Dialogue Only Writing Contest
For this contest your goal is to write a complete story using only dialogue. So you should not include internal thought, descriptions or any other means - just the dialogue. Cash prize to the winner. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Jan 5th
For this contest your goal is to write a complete story using only dialogue. So you should not include internal thought, descriptions or any other means - just the dialogue. Cash prize to the winner. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Jan 5th
Acrostic Poetry Contest
For this contest share a poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Jan 9th
For this contest share a poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Jan 9th
Newbie Flash Fiction
View the contest details for information on this writing contest. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Jan 13th
View the contest details for information on this writing contest. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Jan 13th
Sonnet Poetry Contest
A sonnet is a poem that follows a specific format. Share your sonnet poem to enter this contest with a cash prize. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Jan 14th
A sonnet is a poem that follows a specific format. Share your sonnet poem to enter this contest with a cash prize. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Jan 14th
Nonfiction Writing Contest
The challenge of this contest is to write a story or essay about real people in a compelling and dramatic manner. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Jan 20th
The challenge of this contest is to write a story or essay about real people in a compelling and dramatic manner. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Jan 20th
Lune Poetry Contest
A lune is a poem that only has three lines. The syllable count is 5-7-5. So the first line has five syllables, the second line has 3 and the third line has five again. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Jan 23rd
A lune is a poem that only has three lines. The syllable count is 5-7-5. So the first line has five syllables, the second line has 3 and the third line has five again. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Jan 23rd
My Worst Fear Writing Contest
The challenge for this flash fiction writing contest is to write a story with only 150 words. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Jan 26th
The challenge for this flash fiction writing contest is to write a story with only 150 words. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Jan 26th
Minute Poetry Contest
The minute is a format of poetry that has a specific syllable count. Write your poem that follows this syllable count to enter. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Jan 29th
The minute is a format of poetry that has a specific syllable count. Write your poem that follows this syllable count to enter. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Jan 29th
100 Word Flash Fiction
Write a flash fiction story on any subject. Share your story for this writing contest. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Jan 31st
Write a flash fiction story on any subject. Share your story for this writing contest. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Jan 31st
5-7-5 Poem
The 5-7-5 is a Haiku poem without the requirement of writing about a specific topic. So for this contest write a poem about anything but follow the 5-7-5 syllable count guideline. So your first line will have five syllables, second line has 7, third line has five again. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Feb 5th
The 5-7-5 is a Haiku poem without the requirement of writing about a specific topic. So for this contest write a poem about anything but follow the 5-7-5 syllable count guideline. So your first line will have five syllables, second line has 7, third line has five again. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Feb 5th
Emotions Poetry Contest
View the contest details for information on this writing contest. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Feb 12th
View the contest details for information on this writing contest. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Feb 12th
Two Line Poem
Write a poem with a specific syllable count to enter this poetry contest. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Feb 18th
Write a poem with a specific syllable count to enter this poetry contest. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Feb 18th
5-7-5 Poetry Contest
The 5-7-5 is a Haiku poem without the requirement of writing about a specific topic. So for this contest write a poem about anything but follow the 5-7-5 syllable count guideline. So your first line will have five syllables, second line has 7, third line has five again. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Feb 25th
The 5-7-5 is a Haiku poem without the requirement of writing about a specific topic. So for this contest write a poem about anything but follow the 5-7-5 syllable count guideline. So your first line will have five syllables, second line has 7, third line has five again. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Feb 25th
Four Line Poem
Write a 1-5-5-9 poem. That is a poem where the first line has 1 syllable. The second and third lines have five syllables. The final line has nine syllables. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Feb 28th
Write a 1-5-5-9 poem. That is a poem where the first line has 1 syllable. The second and third lines have five syllables. The final line has nine syllables. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Feb 28th
Erotic Writing Contest
For this contest your goal is to write a complete story using only dialogue. So you should not include internal thought, descriptions or any other means - just the dialogue. Cash prize to the winner. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Mar 5th
For this contest your goal is to write a complete story using only dialogue. So you should not include internal thought, descriptions or any other means - just the dialogue. Cash prize to the winner. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Mar 5th
15 Syllable Poem
Can you write a poem that has exactly 20 syllables? That is the challenge of this contest. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Mar 11th
Can you write a poem that has exactly 20 syllables? That is the challenge of this contest. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Mar 11th
Write A Screenplay
View the contest details for information on this writing contest. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Mar 14th
View the contest details for information on this writing contest. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Mar 14th
Flash Fiction
The challenge for this flash fiction writing contest is to write a story with only 150 words. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Mar 17th
The challenge for this flash fiction writing contest is to write a story with only 150 words. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Mar 17th
A poem about a Woman
View the contest details for information on this writing contest. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Mar 20th
View the contest details for information on this writing contest. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Mar 20th
A poem about a Man
View the contest details for information on this writing contest. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Mar 23rd
View the contest details for information on this writing contest. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Mar 23rd
Betrayal Poetry Contest
Write a poem in any form or style with betrayal as the central theme. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Mar 28th
Write a poem in any form or style with betrayal as the central theme. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Mar 28th
This Sentence Starts The Story
For this contest we provide the starting sentence - you supply the story. Write a story that begins with the sentence specified in the contest announcement. Cash prize to the winner. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Apr 2nd
For this contest we provide the starting sentence - you supply the story. Write a story that begins with the sentence specified in the contest announcement. Cash prize to the winner. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Apr 2nd
Tanka Poetry Contest
Write a poem with five lines that follows the syllable count provided to enter this poetry contest. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Apr 6th
Write a poem with five lines that follows the syllable count provided to enter this poetry contest. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Apr 6th
Free Verse Love Poem
Write a free verse poem about love. Free verse is a form of poetry that does not necessarily follow to any specific meter patterns, rhyme, or any other pattern. Free verse, despite its freedom, often still has some elements of form. Most free verse does observe a convention of lines and structure. No rhyming patterns. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Apr 12th
Write a free verse poem about love. Free verse is a form of poetry that does not necessarily follow to any specific meter patterns, rhyme, or any other pattern. Free verse, despite its freedom, often still has some elements of form. Most free verse does observe a convention of lines and structure. No rhyming patterns. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Apr 12th
Free Verse Poem
This contest removes the shackles from the writer. Write a free verse poem. There are no rules for rhymes or syllable count. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Apr 16th
This contest removes the shackles from the writer. Write a free verse poem. There are no rules for rhymes or syllable count. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Apr 16th
My Faith Poetry
Share your poem of faith to enter this writing contest. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Apr 22nd
Share your poem of faith to enter this writing contest. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Apr 22nd
Share A Photo Poetry
Take a photo of something with your camera and write a poem about it. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Apr 26th
Take a photo of something with your camera and write a poem about it. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Apr 26th
True Story Flash
Write a story that only has 100 words to enter this flash fiction writing contest. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Apr 28th
Write a story that only has 100 words to enter this flash fiction writing contest. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Apr 28th
3 Line Poetry Contest
Write a poem with a specific syllable count to enter this poetry contest. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: May 3rd
Write a poem with a specific syllable count to enter this poetry contest. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: May 3rd
ABC Poetry Contest
Write an ABC poem to enter this poetry contest. That is a poem where the first letter of each line follows the alphabet. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: May 6th
Write an ABC poem to enter this poetry contest. That is a poem where the first letter of each line follows the alphabet. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: May 6th
I'm Gonna Rant
The challenge for this flash fiction writing contest is to write a story with only 150 words. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: May 10th
The challenge for this flash fiction writing contest is to write a story with only 150 words. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: May 10th
5 Line Poem
This poetry contest requires a poem with only five lines. There is a specific syllable count. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: May 14th
This poetry contest requires a poem with only five lines. There is a specific syllable count. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: May 14th
Temptation Poetry Contest
What are your temptations? Write a poem on the topic of temptation for your chance at the cash prize. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: May 20th
What are your temptations? Write a poem on the topic of temptation for your chance at the cash prize. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: May 20th
Romance Writing Contest
For this contest we provide the starting sentence - you supply the story. Write a story that begins with the sentence specified in the contest announcement. Cash prize to the winner. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: May 22nd
For this contest we provide the starting sentence - you supply the story. Write a story that begins with the sentence specified in the contest announcement. Cash prize to the winner. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: May 22nd
Poem For A Child
Write a poem that has an obvious rhyme scheme to participate in this poetry contest. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: May 25th
Write a poem that has an obvious rhyme scheme to participate in this poetry contest. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: May 25th
Faith Poetry Contest
Share your poem of faith to enter this writing contest. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: May 30th
Share your poem of faith to enter this writing contest. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: May 30th
Dribble Flash Fiction
Can you write a story with only 50 words? That is the challenge of this writing contest. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Jun 2nd
Can you write a story with only 50 words? That is the challenge of this writing contest. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Jun 2nd
Dear God
The challenge for this flash fiction writing contest is to write a story with only 150 words. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Jun 5th
The challenge for this flash fiction writing contest is to write a story with only 150 words. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Jun 5th
Free Verse Poetry Contest
This contest removes the shackles from the writer. Write a free verse poem. There are no rules for rhymes or syllable count. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Jun 8th
This contest removes the shackles from the writer. Write a free verse poem. There are no rules for rhymes or syllable count. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Jun 8th
Sci Fi or Fantasy Writing Contest
Write a sci fi or fantasy story. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Jun 12th
Write a sci fi or fantasy story. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Jun 12th
Love Poem Poetry Contest
Write a poem of any type that is a love poem. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Jun 15th
Write a poem of any type that is a love poem. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Jun 15th
Romance Poetry Contest
This poetry contest challenges you to write a poem with only six words. Can you do it? Cash prize to the winner. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Jun 20th
This poetry contest challenges you to write a poem with only six words. Can you do it? Cash prize to the winner. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Jun 20th
Share Your Story
Everyone has a story. This is your chance to tell your story in this writing contest with a cash prize. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Jun 23rd
Everyone has a story. This is your chance to tell your story in this writing contest with a cash prize. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Jun 23rd
Lonely Poem
View the contest details for information on this writing contest. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Jun 24th
View the contest details for information on this writing contest. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Jun 24th
Cinquain Poetry
Write a poem that follows the following syllable count: 2-4-6-8-2. You can incorporate a rhyme scheme into your poem. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Jun 30th
Write a poem that follows the following syllable count: 2-4-6-8-2. You can incorporate a rhyme scheme into your poem. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Jun 30th
Haiku
This poetry contest challenges you to write a poem with only six words. Can you do it? Cash prize to the winner. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Jul 3rd
This poetry contest challenges you to write a poem with only six words. Can you do it? Cash prize to the winner. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Jul 3rd
75 Words Flash Fiction
Flash fiction is a writing style that often very brief. For this contest your challenge is to use only 75 words and tell a complete story. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Jul 3rd
Flash fiction is a writing style that often very brief. For this contest your challenge is to use only 75 words and tell a complete story. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Jul 3rd
Rhyming Poetry Contest
Write a poem that has an obvious rhyme scheme to participate in this poetry contest. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Jul 8th
Write a poem that has an obvious rhyme scheme to participate in this poetry contest. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Jul 8th
No Rules Poetry Contest
This contest removes the shackles from the writer. Write a free verse poem. There are no rules for rhymes or syllable count. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Jul 14th
This contest removes the shackles from the writer. Write a free verse poem. There are no rules for rhymes or syllable count. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Jul 14th
Whodunit
Write a story that only has 100 words to enter this flash fiction writing contest. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Jul 18th
Write a story that only has 100 words to enter this flash fiction writing contest. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Jul 18th
One Line Poem
Can you write a one line poem? That is the challenge of this poetry contest. Write a poem with online one line. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Jul 20th
Can you write a one line poem? That is the challenge of this poetry contest. Write a poem with online one line. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Jul 20th
Write A Rant
The challenge for this flash fiction writing contest is to write a story with only 150 words. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Jul 22nd
The challenge for this flash fiction writing contest is to write a story with only 150 words. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Jul 22nd
3 Line Poetry Contest
The 5-7-5 is a Haiku poem without the requirement of writing about a specific topic. So for this contest write a poem about anything but follow the 5-7-5 syllable count guideline. So your first line will have five syllables, second line has 7, third line has five again. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Jul 25th
The 5-7-5 is a Haiku poem without the requirement of writing about a specific topic. So for this contest write a poem about anything but follow the 5-7-5 syllable count guideline. So your first line will have five syllables, second line has 7, third line has five again. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Jul 25th
Fantasy Writing Contest
For this contest we provide the starting sentence - you supply the story. Write a story that begins with the sentence specified in the contest announcement. Cash prize to the winner. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Jul 31st
For this contest we provide the starting sentence - you supply the story. Write a story that begins with the sentence specified in the contest announcement. Cash prize to the winner. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Jul 31st
Loop Poetry Contest
For this poetry contest take the last word of each line and use it as the first word of the next line. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Aug 3rd
For this poetry contest take the last word of each line and use it as the first word of the next line. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Aug 3rd
Rhyming Poem
Write a poem that has an obvious rhyme scheme to participate in this poetry contest. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Aug 7th
Write a poem that has an obvious rhyme scheme to participate in this poetry contest. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Aug 7th
A First Book Chapter
For this contest we provide the starting sentence - you supply the story. Write a story that begins with the sentence specified in the contest announcement. Cash prize to the winner. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Aug 9th
For this contest we provide the starting sentence - you supply the story. Write a story that begins with the sentence specified in the contest announcement. Cash prize to the winner. Write for this contest and a cash prize.
Deadline: Aug 9th
16 Words or Less Poem
The 5-7-5 is a Haiku poem without the requirement of writing about a specific topic. So for this contest write a poem about anything but follow the 5-7-5 syllable count guideline. So your first line will have five syllables, second line has 7, third line has five again. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Aug 12th
The 5-7-5 is a Haiku poem without the requirement of writing about a specific topic. So for this contest write a poem about anything but follow the 5-7-5 syllable count guideline. So your first line will have five syllables, second line has 7, third line has five again. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Aug 12th
Haiku Poetry Contest
This contest is for new members to FanStory. Share a poem that has three lines and follows the 5-7-5 syllable count. It's similar to a haiku but you can write about anything.' Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Aug 16th
This contest is for new members to FanStory. Share a poem that has three lines and follows the 5-7-5 syllable count. It's similar to a haiku but you can write about anything.' Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Aug 16th
Horror Writing Contest
The horror/thriller contest is your chance to write a horror story. Can you use horror to grab your readers attention and hold it to the end of the story? Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Aug 17th
The horror/thriller contest is your chance to write a horror story. Can you use horror to grab your readers attention and hold it to the end of the story? Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline: Aug 17th
Free Form Poem
A haiku is a poem that follows a specific syllable count. It has only three lines and usually follows the 5-7-5 or 5-7-7 syllable count. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Aug 20th
A haiku is a poem that follows a specific syllable count. It has only three lines and usually follows the 5-7-5 or 5-7-7 syllable count. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline: Aug 20th
20 Syllable Poem
Hemingway wrote a poem with only six words that is quite famous. Now is your chance. Write a poem with only 20 words for a chance at the cash prize. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Aug 24th
Hemingway wrote a poem with only six words that is quite famous. Now is your chance. Write a poem with only 20 words for a chance at the cash prize. Cash prize to this poetry contest winner.
Deadline: Aug 24th
3-6-9 Poem
A 2-4-2 is a simple poem. The first line has two syllables. The second line has four. The third line has two again. Just follow the syllable count when you write your poem to enter. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Aug 30th
A 2-4-2 is a simple poem. The first line has two syllables. The second line has four. The third line has two again. Just follow the syllable count when you write your poem to enter. This poetry contest rewards a cash prize.
Deadline: Aug 30th
Short Story Contests
Participate in short story contests with cash prizes. Entering a contest is easy. Simply view the contest announcement from above that you would like to enter. Click the button provided to enter the short story competition.Each competition has a different subject. So we recommend carefully reading the contest. Check for length requirements. Many poetry contests have a requirement for syllable count. Carefully read the rules of the short story contests to ensure that your entry will comply with the rules.
All contests with cash prizes are determined by a committee. A select group of established authors will read all the entries, consider the rules, and choose the entry that both follows the rules of the contest and stands out from the others. Most contests do offer some flexibility. Creative approaches are always welcomed.
So view the short story competitions list above, choose a contest that you would like to enter, view the contest announcement and submit your entry. This list is updated daily so check back often.
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