Are you a writer? Do you want more exposure, as well as a chance to win a few bucks during that endeavor? Writing Contests are a good way to seek both.
There are contests out there for most any genre and writing style in the market today. Most contests that offer a monetary prize to the winner(s) require a small entry fee, where others gifting a smaller prize might be free to enter. There are even some contests that offer critique of your submission by guest editors for an additional fee.
Whether flash fiction is your game or you’re more of a bard, contests are a great way to get your words in front of people. Who knows what doors may be opened as a result of entering?
Look directly above this post for a page of current writing contests. While on that page, scroll to the bottom of the list for a link to further information.
There are contests out there for most any genre and writing style in the market today. Most contests that offer a monetary prize to the winner(s) require a small entry fee, where others gifting a smaller prize might be free to enter. There are even some contests that offer critique of your submission by guest editors for an additional fee.
Whether flash fiction is your game or you’re more of a bard, contests are a great way to get your words in front of people. Who knows what doors may be opened as a result of entering?
Look directly above this post for a page of current writing contests. While on that page, scroll to the bottom of the list for a link to further information.
Clever – how did you know a contest ad would appear above and to the left of your blog?
ReplyDeleteI've never entered a contest, but I know many writers who do.
ReplyDeleteI may consider a contest once the Challenge month is over.
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Fantastic post as usual MA. I love contests for sure! Rock on girl!
ReplyDeleteI might consider doing writing contests if my luck at YCN doesn't change at some point -- I have been conditioning myself to be productive but have little to show for it financially. Thanks for this post!
ReplyDeleteIt's always great to learn about new things. I've never done a contest for my writing except to win Twilight books (white cover - and I did win) so maybe I should give it a go!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat blog! I stopped in to welcome you to the A to Z challenge! I'm a co-host should have any questions just ask away! I do hope you'll stop by for a visit! We're also having fun on twitter (I'm @jenunedited and we're at #atozchallenge)!
I have entered a couple of writing contests on Helium but it seems to be more about getting your entry in at the right time than how good a writer you are! I may think about entering some contests when this challenge is over.
ReplyDeleteC is for COOL post!
ReplyDeleteLinda Ann
I stopped by via the A to Z Challenge for April, and I invite you to visit my blogs at:
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THE MANE POINT – a haven for horse lovers
MEME EXPRESS – daily blogging prompts for the A to Z Challenge and more
I've entered a few competitions but sadley never won anything - except an incluson in an inaugural edition of an ezine!
ReplyDeleteBut I do frequently submit flash fiction to regular challenges in the blogosphere... :-)
SueH I refuse to go quietly!
I like entering contests occasionally because they have deadlines and even if I don't win, I know I'll have finished something! I have won a few small ones that gave me confidence when I was starting out.
ReplyDeleteI have thought about entering a few different contests over the past couple of weeks, but I haven't made up my mind. Entry fees are usually my biggest turn off.
ReplyDeleteContests would be cool, but I'm not willing to spend any money on it. I'm here to make money, not spend it. My advertising budget is currently zero too.
ReplyDeleteLike building up a blog following, you have to remember to promote the contest so people will know about it!
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