Global creative writing contest welcomes worldwide fiction/nonfiction writers. Awards up to $2,500. Deadline March 28, 2024. Entry fee: $27.
About the Opportunity
The Winter Story Contest by Narrative Magazine extends an invitation to fiction and nonfiction writers, encouraging the submission of diverse literary forms such as short shorts, stories, essays, memoirs, photo essays, graphic stories, and excerpts from longer works. The contest places a strong emphasis on crafting compelling narratives with impactful characters and language.
- Theme/Objective: The theme is open, with a focus on the overall quality of the narrative, encompassing various formats within the realms of fiction and nonfiction.
- Eligible Works: Fiction and nonfiction, various formats.
- Publication Status: Entries must be unpublished.
- Length: Up to 15,000 words.
Who Can Apply?
| Applicant Type | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Students | Open to students of all academic levels. |
| Professionals | Welcome to professionals from any industry. |
| Age Restriction | No specific age restriction. |
| Country/Region | Open to participants worldwide. |
| Academic Requirement | None specified, open to all academic backgrounds. |
| Other Criteria | Entries must adhere to specified submission rules. |
| Restrictions | No machine-generated text allowed. |
Deadline
The Winter Story Contest deadline is March 28, 2024, at midnight, Pacific Standard Time.
Award
- First Prize: $2,500
- Second Prize: $1,000
- Third Prize: $500
- Finalists: Up to ten finalists will receive $100 each.
- Publication: All entries considered for publication.
Entry Fee
There is a $27 fee for each entry. Entrants receive three months of complimentary access to Narrative Backstage.
FAQ
Question 1: Can one submit previously published work? Answer: No, submissions must be unpublished.
Question 2: Is there an age restriction for participants? Answer: No, the contest is open to participants of all age groups.
Question 3: Are there specific formatting guidelines for submissions? Answer: Yes, individuals are advised to consult the Submission Guidelines for manuscript formatting and other details.
Question 4: How will the judging process operate? Answer: Entries will undergo evaluation by the magazine’s editors, and winners and finalists will be announced by April 30, 2024. Judges retain the option to declare ties as necessary.
Question 5: Can machine-generated text be submitted? Answer: No, submissions must not contain machine-generated text.
More Information
- Target Participants Anyone, Students, Professionals
- Award Type Prize-money
- Program Frequency Yearly