Contests Announced Today

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5-7-5 Romance

Please write a poem in exactly 17 syllables of 5-7-5 line format. Theme is romance. 1st line 5 syllables, 2nd line 7 syllables and 3rd line 5 syllables.
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Children's Poetry Contest

Can you write a poem that brings a smile to a child? Cash Prize.
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Contests That Close Soon

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I've Met Too Many Flakes

This is a topic based contest. Write a story based on the topic provided in the the announcement.
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Family

Write a poem on the topic of family.
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The Soundtrack of Your Life

Music is a big part of living. We all listen to it. We have opinions. Write a story about music in your life. Be creative, have fun, sing, play, dance, and tells us the story.
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All Contests

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True Story Flash

Write a non-fiction story on any topic that uses exactly 100 words. Cash Prize.
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Love Poem Poetry Contest

Write a love poem. Your love poem can be fictional or non-fictional. It can be a humorous or a serious love poem. The choice is yours. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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A Valentine For Animals

A Valentine's Day poetry contest
tribute to our pets. The poetry
form choices can be free verse,
light verse, rhyme, or any kind of
sonnet. No word count limit. It
can be serious or humorous.

15 Spots Left    30 Days No Win     

Write a Crown of Heroic Sonnets

See contest announcement for details
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Write A Script

A screenplay can bring a scene alive with just a little direction and words. Now is your chance to write your own script. The winner takes away a cash prize.
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Heartbreaker's Fitting End

Write a funny story, 700 words or less, that describes how a heartbreaker realizes his/her hurtful ways.
16 Spots Left    Open To All     

What's the Harm in That?

This is a topic-based contest. Write a story based on the topic provided in the announcement.

What is the Harm in that? What happens when things don't go as planned?
16 Spots Left    Open To All     

Neighbor from Hell

Write a piece about a bad neighbor (fiction or nonfiction). Any genre. 200-2000 words
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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. Cash prize to the winner.
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Short(ish) Story Contest

This contest is for longer short stories. Entries must be in the 3,000 to 10,000 word range and should be standalone stories--not chapters of a book.
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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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Dear God

Write to God expressing your most pressing concerns and/or questions believing with all your heart and soul, that He will receive, read and answer you. Cash Prize.
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Planet of the ...What?

Planet of the What? Write your take on 'The Planet of the Apes', except with NO APES. What takes over, how and why? FICTION only. Minimum 1000 words.
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The Lottery

The Lottery. Write a piece of SPECULATIVE FICTION about a future lottery where money and material goods are not the prizes. Stretch your imagination and create a brave new world. Minimum 1000 words.
15 Spots Left    Open To All     

Write A Rant

Got something that bugs you? It is your turn to rant! Cash prize to the winner.
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6 Word Poetry

Write a poem with only 6 words. Cash Prize.
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Cinquain Poetry

A cinquain poem is a five line poem that follows a specific format. Read the announcement for a sample poem. Cash Prize.
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Rhyming Poetry Contest

Write a poem of any type that has a rhyme. Cash prize to the winner.
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No Rules Poetry Contest

No rules! Write any type of poem from rhyming to free form. You decide how to write your poem. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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Dribble Flash Fiction

Write a story on any topic that uses 50 words. Cash prize to the winner.
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One Line Poem

Write a monostich poem which is a poem that is only one line. This contest has a cash prize.
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75 Words Flash Fiction

Write a story on any topic that uses 75 words. This contest has a cash prize.
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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 to the winner.
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Sci Fi or Fantasy Writing Contest

Write a science fiction or fantasy story. This contest has a cash prize.
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Haiku

Can you write a poem with only three lines? This contest has a cash prize.
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Rhyming Poem

Write a poem of any type that has a rhyme. Cash Prize.
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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.
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Haiku Poetry Contest

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. Cash prize to the winner.
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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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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Betrayal Poetry Contest

Write a poem in any form or style with betrayal as the central theme. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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Fantasy Writing Contest

Write a fantasy story. Cash prize to the winner.
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What Is Love Poetry

Write a free verse poem about love. Cash Prize.
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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. This contest has a cash prize.
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80 Word Flash Fiction

Write a story on any topic that uses exactly 80 words. Cash prize to the winner.
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My Faith Poetry

Share a poem that is about your faith or how faith has impacted your life. Cash prize to the winner.
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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.
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Share Your Story

Write about an event in your life. Share your story. Cash Prize.
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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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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20 Syllable Poem

Write a poem that has exactly 20 syllables. Any format. The winner takes away a cash prize.
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This Sentence Starts The Story

Write a story that starts with this sentence: The house was empty. Cash prize to the winner.
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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.
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A First Book Chapter

For this contest share the first chapter of your novel. This contest has a cash prize.
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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. This contest has a cash prize.
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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 nine syllables. The second line has eight syllables and the third line has seven. This continues until your final line which has one syllable. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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Romance Writing Contest

Write a romance story. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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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. This contest has a cash prize.
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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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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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 2 syllables. The subject can be anything. Cash prize to the winner.
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Horror Writing Contest

Put your readers on edge or terrorize them for this horror writing contest. Cash Prize.
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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. This contest has a cash prize.
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True Story Contest

Share a memory from your life. Share 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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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Western Writing Contest

Write a western story. This contest has a cash prize.
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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 to the winner.
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Faith Flash

Write what faith means to you. How faith impacts your life. What God means to you. This is flash! So share it with exactly 300 words. Cash Prize.
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Sonnet Poetry Contest

Just like Shakespeare did, discover the rhythm and rhyme scheme of the Shakespearean sonnet. The winner takes away a cash prize.
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Dialogue Only Writing Contest

Write a story using only dialogue. Cash prize to the winner.
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Lune Poetry Contest

A Lune poem is a short and fun poetry form with only three lines. View the contest announcement for an example. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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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. This contest has a cash prize.
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Minute Poetry Contest

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.
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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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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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. See the announcement for an example. Cash prize to the winner.
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100 Word Flash Fiction

Write a flash fiction story on any topic that uses exactly 100 words. This contest has a cash prize.
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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.
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What do you like best about a Man

Write a poem about what you like best about a man. What makes him the one? The winner takes away a cash prize.
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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.
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The Storm Writing Contest

Write a story where the main character is caught in a storm or somehow trapped because of a storm. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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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 9 syllables. The subject can be anything. Cash Prize.
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Flash Fiction

Write a story on any topic that uses 150 words. Cash prize to the winner.
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15 Syllable Poem

For this contest you are to write a short poem. The poem should have exactly 15 syllables. You can structure it anyway you choose. But the total syllable count for the completed poem must have exactly 15 syllables total. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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What do you like best about a Woman?

Write a poem about what you like best about a woman. Why is she the one? This contest has a cash prize.
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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. Cash prize to the winner.
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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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
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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.
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5 Line Poem

Write a five-lined poem that has a specific syllable count to enter this contest. Cash prize to the winner.
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Temptation Poetry Contest

Write a poem of any style or length that deals with any aspect of the topic temptation. The winner takes away a cash prize.
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Entering Writing and Poetry Contests

This listing of writing and poetry contests will be updated daily. To enter a contest simply click the button provided when you view the contest announcement. If you are not ready to enter right away you can make a reservation which will save you a spot in a contest. A reservation will also make the contest easy to find when you are ready to enter .

All contests can be entered until the deadline is reached. Give yourself time to enter. And if possible enter at least a few days in advance as you will receive feedback shortly after you enter your contest entry. This feedback can be used to improve your work. You can edit your contest entry at anytime. So your feedback can be used to improve your writing even after you enter the contest. The judges won't read your contest submission until after the deadline has passed.

We recommending reading the contest announcement carefully as there may be requirements in the contest. For example, you may be required to count syllables or use certain words.