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Contests Announced Today
Etheree
The poetry form, Etheree, consists of 10 lines of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 syllables. Etheree can also be reversed and written 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1.Deadline: Today!
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. Cash Prize.Deadline: Dec 30th
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Chapter Two
Chapter Two (or any chapter you have written). Winner takes all.Deadline: Today!
false teeth
a humour poem about false teeth. and must rhyme. the poem can be any lengthDeadline: Today!
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. Cash Prize.Deadline: Today!
Diamante poetry
A Diamante is a seven-lined contrast poem set up in a diamond shape. The first line begins with a noun/subject, and second line contains two adjectives that describe the beginning noun. The third line contains three words ending in -ing relating to the noun/subject. The forth line contains two words that describe the noun/subject and two that describe the closing synonym/antonym. If using an anton...Deadline: Today!
Western Poem
Write a western poem that tells a story. Any length or type.Deadline: Today!
All Contests
Passing the Torch
Write a story about being friends with Selina Kyle and how you became Cat-woman when she was killed? You could design the cat-suit however you want but there must be Boots. Explain what would be your first crimeDeadline: In 2 Days
This Sentence Starts The Story
Write a story that starts with this sentence: It was going to be the trip of a lifetime. Cash Prize.Deadline: In 4 Days
A Dinner
For some reason you get to play with History...choose Four people from History that you'd want at your dinner table,
and why you would chose them.
Deadline: In 4 Days
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. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline: Next Week.
Take care of your lover
Write a story that somehow incorporates this topic:The main character take care of her/his lover. The story does not have to be specifically about the topic. But contest voters will be asked to consider the image when making a choice for a winner.Minimum length 700 words. Maximum Length 7,000 words. Recommended length 2,000 - 3,500 words.
Deadline: Jun 30th
Horror Writing Contest
Write a horror or thriller story for this writing contest. Put your readers on edge or terrorize them. Cash Prize.Deadline: Jun 30th
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? This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Jul 3rd
Dialogue Only Writing Contest
Write a story using only dialogue. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline: Jul 5th
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: Jul 9th
Year of the Script Continues
Let's continue the "Year of the Script" tradition that Michael Cahill started. Here's your chance to show your playwriting skills by writing a 10-minute script about a significant family milestone.Deadline: Jul 15th
Flash Fiction Writing Contest
Write a flash fiction story that takes place in a tavern late into the night. Maximum length 500 words. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline: Jul 16th
I Can
Write a poem that begins with the words "I can". Words do not need to be in quotes. Can add words and change capitalization. For example "I can believe". All poetry types accepted. Any length accepted. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline: Jul 20th
Tanka Poetry Contest
For this contest you are challenged to write a Tanka poem. Tanka is a form of poetry with a specific syllable count. See the announcement for an example. Cash Prize.Deadline: Jul 25th
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. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline: Jul 27th
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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline: Jul 30th
5 Line Poem
Write a five-lined poem that has a specific syllable count to enter this contest. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline: Aug 3rd
Non-Fiction Writing Contest
We are looking for personal essays, memoirs, and works of literary non-fiction. It can be spiritual, political, or funny. Creative approaches welcomed. Cash Prize.
Deadline: Aug 6th
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: Aug 10th
Rhyming Poetry Contest
Write a poem that has a rhyme scheme. How it rhymes is up to you. Cash Prize.Deadline: Aug 15th
5-7-5 Poetry
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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline: Aug 17th
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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline: Aug 19th
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. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline: Aug 23rd
Cinquain Poetry
Write an "Cinquain" poem for this contest. A cinquain poem is a poem that follows a specific format. Read the announcement for a sample poem. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline: Aug 28th
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. Cash Prize.Deadline: Sep 3rd
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. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Sep 11th
Naughty game
This is a topic based contest. Write a story based on the topic provided in the the announcement.Deadline: Sep 12th
One Line Poem
Write a monostich poem which is a poem that is only one line. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline: Sep 13th
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. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline: Sep 16th
1-5-7 Poem
Write a poem that follows the following syllable count: 1-5-7. So the first line has one syllable. The second line has five. The final line has seven syllables. Write about anything. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline: Sep 20th
Rhyming Poem
Write a poem of any type. But there must be a rhyme scheme. How it rhymes is up to you. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline: Sep 24th
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. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline: Sep 28th
Soulmate
This is a topic based contest. Write a story based on the topic provided in the the announcement.Deadline: Sep 30th
Haiku
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: Oct 3rd
Dribble Flash Fiction
Write a story on any topic that uses 50 words. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline: Oct 6th
Take A Walk 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. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline: Oct 12th
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. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline: Oct 16th
5-7-5 Poetry Writing
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: Oct 20th
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 to the winner.Deadline: Oct 25th
Six Word Poetry Contest
Write a poem using six words about any subject. Cash Prize.Deadline: Oct 30th
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: Nov 3rd
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. Cash Prize.
Deadline: Nov 8th
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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline: Nov 14th
Sonnet Poetry Contest
Just like Shakespeare did, discover the rhythm and rhyme scheme of the Shakespearean sonnet. Cash Prize.
Deadline: Nov 20th
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. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline: Nov 25th
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: Nov 30th
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. Cash Prize.Deadline: Dec 3rd
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.Deadline: Dec 5th
Minute
Write a Minute poem for this contest. A fun poem to write. It follows the "8,4,4,4" syllable count structure. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline: Dec 8th
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: Dec 11th
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! This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline: Dec 17th
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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline: Dec 22nd
