Writing Contests
Are There Any Current Writing Contests?
Where Can I Read the Contest Archives?
- "I never believed in hell"
- Strong Character Contest
- "Consequences" Short Story Contest
- Image Story Contest
- 2012 Science Fiction Contest
Flash Fiction Contest FAQ
If you'd like to enter our monthly flash fiction contests, check the flash fiction contest forum and look for a thread with open submissions. There's usually one. Read the first post with the rules for that contest, including it's theme, word count requirements, and deadline.
How Are Entries Judged?
Entries are judged via a public vote that usually lasts for 1-2 weeks. If there's a tie there is typically run-off voting between the tied entries.
Short Story Contest FAQ
If you'd like to enter our monthly short story contests, check the short story contest forum and look for a thread with open submissions. There's usually one. Read the first post with the rules for that contest, including it's theme, word count requirements, and deadline.
How Are Entries Judged?
Entries are judged via a public vote that usually lasts for 1-2 weeks. If there's a tie there is typically run-off voting between the tied entries.
Poetry Contest FAQ
To enter, check the monthly poetry contest forum and look for a thread with open submissions. The theme typically changes from week to week, sometimes covering a specific topic, theme, or poetry structure.
How Are Entries Judged?
Poems are voted on in a public poll
