Browsing Archive: November, 2016
Posted by Sally Clark on Wednesday, November 30, 2016,
Descap: Bite Size Chunks of Humor
Cabuch –
sounds like cabbage, acronym for Crazy Absurd (But Clean) Humor.
Keep it cabuch.
PG-13 to (.75xR). Swearing allowed by not gratuitous.
We’re
looking for pretty much anything you see on the site, including real fake ads,
image captions, cartoons, one-liners, limericks, character sketches 1 – this is
a verbal portrait of a fiction character, character sketches 2 – this is a
sketch, as in sketc...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Tuesday, November 29, 2016,
Grey Wolfe Publishing Monthly Contest
The Grey
Wolfe Publishing Monthly Contest for December, 2016 is State of the Union.
After a
tough year where overall writing goals were not met and new challenges arose,
your office supplies, including your computer, pens, paperclips, stapler,
three-hole-punch, desk lamp— and anything else that could be used to support
your writing efforts, have lost some faith in you. You’ve dec...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Monday, November 28, 2016,
The Sun Magazine Readers Write Column
Readers Write column asks readers to address subjects on which they're the only authorities. Topics are intentionally broad in order to give room for expression. Writing style isn't as important as thoughtfulness and sincerity.
We publish only nonfiction in Readers Write. Feel free to submit your work under "Name Withheld" if it allows you to be more honest, but be sure to include you...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Sunday, November 27, 2016,
The Dialogue Between Science and Religion
Deadline: December 12, 2016
Science and religion, despite their rich, interwoven history, are too often portrayed as opposites in nearly every way. As part of a larger effort to facilitate dialogue between these two ways of knowing the world, Creative Nonfiction and Issues in Science and Technology are seeking original narratives illustrating and exploring the relationshi...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Sunday, November 27, 2016,
Clunk on the Head: How the Holy Spirit Grabbed My Attention
Christian
writers are invited to contribute to a planned anthology titled, Clunk on the Head: How the Holy Spirit
Grabbed My Attention. Gina Napoli, a seasoned freelance writer, is compiling
first-person stories of the moment when the Holy Spirit thumped you on the head
that changed your life thereafter.
She is
looking for original, u...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Friday, November 25, 2016,
National Writers Association Nonfiction Contest
The
purpose of the National Writers Assn. Nonfiction Contest is to encourage the
writing of nonfiction and recognize those who excel in this field.
All entries must be
postmarked by December 31. Only unpublished works may be submitted. Judging of entries will not
begin until the contest ends. Nonfiction in the following areas will be
accepted: articles-submi...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Friday, November 25, 2016,
2016 Relevant Reads Story of the Year Contest
Deadline: December 31, 2016
Our goal is to generate compelling and approachable content for readers who are in middle school, high school, & older.
Submit a story between
1,000 and 10,000 words and designate the story under one of the following
categories 1) Diversity, 2) Historical Fiction, 3) Fantasy, 4) Horror/Suspense,
or 5) Teens by Teens. Each Qualifying Story shall be submitted through the online...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Wednesday, November 23, 2016,
San Antonio Writers’ Guild Annual
Contest
The San
Antonio Writers’ Guild Annual Contest features categories in fiction,
non-fiction, and poetry. The contest is open to all writers, both SAWG members
and non-members.
The deadline for entry
is December
31, 2016.
Cash
prizes are given in each category. Authors retain all rights to their works.
Contest
Categories:
Novel: First chapter or up to the first
5,000 words
S...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Wednesday, November 23, 2016,
Faith by Grace Publishing: Knights, Dragons, and Kings Children’s Anthology
We are looking for short stories for an anthology aimed for ages 10-15, it can be about knights, dragons, kings, or anything that is in that type of setting. Looking for stories that are between 1,500-2,000 words. Submissions due by December 31, 2016.
For all anthology Submissions you will receive a free copy and will be able to buy copies at an author discount. There ...
Posted by Sally Clark on Monday, November 21, 2016,
SPS Studios Biannual Poetry Card Contest
NO ENTRY FEE
1st prize: $300. 2nd prize: $150. 3rd prize: $50. Poems can be rhyming or non-rhyming, although we find that non-rhyming poetry reads better. Deadline: December 31, 2016.
NOTE: Cracker Barrel carries Blue Mountain Arts cards, stationery and bookmarks. With no entry fee, there's no stopping you from entering innumerable times.
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Posted by Sally Clark on Sunday, November 20, 2016,
Workers Write: Tales From the Casino
Lucky
issue thirteen of Workers Write! will be Tales from the Casino and will contain
stories and poems from workers in the gambling industry.
We're
looking for fiction about dealers, wait and hospitality staff, security,
entertainers - anyone who works in or around a casino. Drop us a line if you
have a question.
The deadline for
submissions is Dec. 31, 2016 (or until the issue is full).
Word
count: 500 t...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Sunday, November 20, 2016,
Altarwork
Faith.
Art. Expression. We share faith-based photos, paintings, illustrations, and
market our awesome Featured Artists. Join our family of Christian creative who
support, celebrate, and network with one another. We’re all in it for one goal:
to glorify Christ with the artistic talents that He gave us.
We always
have an open submission policy for all art forms pertaining to the Christian
faith. We are interested in art of all kinds ...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Friday, November 18, 2016,
Poetry Society of America Annual Awards
The PSA's Annual Awards are among the most prestigious honors available to poets. They offer emerging and established poets recognition at all stages of their careers. The awards recognize everything from a single poem to our highest honor, the Frost Medal, which celebrates lifetime achievement in poetry.
Open to PSA Members & Non-Members; Awards 6 and 7 are open to all eligible poets
Award 6—Ge...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Thursday, November 17, 2016,
Romance Me Novel Writing Contest
Be it historical or contemporary, a grand love story or the gripping tale of a torrid affair, through December 15 submit your Romance novel for the chance to win prizes and be read by judges from Macmillan, Penguin Random House, and Hachette Book Group. This is an open call for writers of romance novels targeted towards an adult audience or a young adult/adult crossover audience. First prize $200, consultation, and submi...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Wednesday, November 16, 2016,
Massachusetts State Poetry Society
Arthur (Skip) Potter Memorial Contest
Deadline: December 15
Subject: Poet’s Choice
Form: Poet's Choice
Line Limit: 40 Lines
Prizes: $50 $30 $20
Entry fee: $3
Poems entered must be original (written by entrant) and MAY have been previously published.
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Posted by Sally Clark on Tuesday, November 15, 2016,
Woman’s World Magazine
Have a personal story to share? E-mail WWFeatures@WomansWorldMag.com . We pay $250 if we publish your story. Heard about a heartwarming story? We pay $100 for ideas that lead to a published story.
Have an act of kindness to share? E-mail CircleOfKindness@WomansWorldMag.com . Please include your name, address and a clear photo of yourself. We pay $25 for each story we publish.
Have a favorite money-saving recipe to share? E-mail Mone... Continue reading ...
Posted by Sally Clark on Monday, November 14, 2016,
St. Martin’s Minotaur/Mystery Writers of America First Crime Novel Competition
No entry fee.
Deadline December 12, 2016. The Competition is open to any writer, regardless of nationality, aged 18 or older, who has never been the author of any published novel (in any genre). All manuscripts submitted: a) must be original works of book length (no less than 220 typewritten pages or approximately 60,000 words) written in the English language.
from...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Sunday, November 13, 2016,
On the Premises Mini-Contest #32: Propinquity
Propinquity is such a clumsy and unusual word! For this mini-contest, we dare you to show, tell, or evoke a complete story in no more than 40 words, exactly ONE of which is “propinquity.” Use it well, contestants–no fair writing a story about a spelling bee where someone has to spell it, for instance.
Deadline: 11:59 PM Eastern US time, Friday, December 2, 2016.
Length: Maximum of 40 words.
Hyphenated W...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Saturday, November 12, 2016,
SHINE brightly: Being a Good Friend
SHINE brightly is a monthly Christian magazine for young girls (9-14). The next theme is “being a good friend.” Reflecting on the past issues covered this season and including whatever issues weren’t covered, this issue will help girls see what it means to be a good friend.
Word length: 700-900 for fiction; 200-800 words for nonfiction. Buys First Serial Rights.
Payment: Prose pays up to $35/story, ...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Saturday, November 12, 2016,
The 12 Poems of Christmas
Halloween is officially over, which of course means we are officially allowed to think about Christmas now! You may not have ordered your turkey yet, or consider what to fill the stockings with this year, but it’s never too early to think about Christmas poems…
We’re looking for your poems on the theme of ‘Christmas’. Interpret Christmas in whatever way you want – shopping, holidays, weather...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Friday, November 11, 2016,
Redrock Writers Chaparral Poetry Forum Contest
Deadline: December 1, 2016
CHOLLA Division: any subject, any form, 42 lines or fewer
First Prize $200, Second Prize $100, Third Prize $50
CHAQUETA Division: Southwest theme--nature, people, history--any form, 42 lines or fewer
First Prize $100, Second Prize $50, Third Prize $25
CHAPAREJOS Division: Rhymed and metered poem, any subject, 42 lines or fewer
First Prize $100, Second Pr...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Wednesday, November 9, 2016,
The Mona Schreiber Prize for Humorous Fiction and Nonfiction
Writers of comedic essays, articles, short stories, poetry, shopping lists and other forms are invited to submit.
Works up to 750 words in length should be typed, double-spaced, accompanied by a money order or check for $5 to cover administrative costs, payable to "The Mona Schreiber Prize." No limit to entries but each must have a separate fee. Put contact information directly above the tit...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Tuesday, November 8, 2016,
Perry Terrell Publishing Poetry Contest
Submit your best poems. I know, I know – every poem you write is your best. J Just chose 20 of your poems and send them – here – to me – PERRY TERRELL.
1st prize Kindle Fire Tablet
2nd prize $30.00
3rd prize $20.00
4th prize $10.00
5th prize Chapbook of your 20 poems printed by PERRY TERRELL PUBLISHING
(Send as many pictures a...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Monday, November 7, 2016,
Blue Lyra Press: The Play is the Thing
Blue Lyra Press is looking for poems & flash fiction & essays for a new anthology called The Play is The Thing: Poems & Prose about the Theater. We are looking for anything about the theater, or a particular theater, behind the scenes, famous plays or actors/actresses, or really anything that is unique and related to the stage/theater.
This is open until Dec 01 2016 and hopefully will be released in early 2017. We w...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Monday, November 7, 2016,
St. Louis Writers Guild Annual Short Story Contest
Since its founding in 1920, St. Louis Writers Guild has sponsored an annual short story contest. The contest is one of the oldest in the country, and is certainly one of the most prestigious. Tennessee Williams won first place in 1935 for his story, "Stella for Star." (University of Delaware library; Special Collections Department; Tennessee Williams Collection, 1939-1994; ...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Sunday, November 6, 2016,
Purpose Magazine: Staying Connected
Purpose needs short, personal true anecdotal stories (350-650 words) and poems/verse (up to 12 lines). These submissions must meet the monthly themes.
Purpose is interested in true stories and poetry that illustrate practical ways Christians apply their faith in daily life or illustrate biblical understandings that support discipleship living.
Rates of payment for articles range from $25 -$50, poetry ...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Friday, November 4, 2016,
WyoPoets Eugene V. Shea Annual Contest
WHO – Contest is open to all poets worldwide, however, submissions must be in the English language and fees in U.S. funds. Prizes will be awarded in U.S. currency.
WHAT – Poems, published or unpublished. Any subject, any form, 40 lines or less (including title and line breaks. All poems must be original work of entrant. No pornography, racial or sexual slurs, or language considered obscene by average broad-min...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Friday, November 4, 2016,
Soul-Making Literary Competition
The annual Soul-Making Literary Competition is open to everyone, everywhere and looks for original, freshly creative and finely crafted works that embraces all creative interpretations of English poet, John Keats' statement: "Some say the world is a vale of tears, I say it is a place of soul-making"
SOUL, in general, in many religions and philosophies, is conceived as the animating and vital spiritual principle in h...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Friday, November 4, 2016,
Conceit Magazine Love Poem Contest
First Prize - $50.00, Second Prize - $30.00, Third Prize – 20.00, Fourth Prize - 1 year subscription to CONCEIT MAGAZINE, Fifth Prize - 6 month subscription to CONCEIT MAGAZINE, Sixth Prize - 3 month subscription to CM
$5.00 entry fee up to 3 poems
ALL writers welcomed
Previously published poems accepted
SUBJECT: LOVE-old love, new love, lost love, love to be and/or love of.
DEAD...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Thursday, November 3, 2016,
Abilene Writers Guild Annual Contest
Nine categories to enter: Poetry, rhymed; Poetry, unrhymed; Children’s Stories for ages 3-8; Articles of General Interest; Inspiration; Memoir/Nostalgia; Fiction for Adults; Flash Fiction; Flash Poetry.
Entry fees: $7 - $10.
Prizes: $25 - $100
Deadline: November 30, 2016.
Our judges, professionals in their fields, are asked to critique each manuscript, but we cannot guarantee all judges wi...
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Posted by Sally Clark on Wednesday, November 2, 2016,
Atlantis Short Story Contest
Atlantis Short Story Contest: Cash prizes ($450, first prize is $300) and in-depth feedback await unpublished writers. No theme or genre restrictions. Maximum 2,500 words. Entry fee: starts from $10 (depends on level of feedback wanted when the story does not place)
Deadline: November 30, 2016
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Like finding shells on the beach, I love doing market research! And what I find, I love to share! I write in a variety of genres including children's, Christian, poetry, fiction, and nonfiction, so these post follow along those lines. Check out my web site: www.sallyclark.info, for more about me.