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This week, we're excited to announce seven WDU courses, an Improve Your Email Newsletter webinar, and more! Non-winning submissions will receive a competition status update in the weeks following the notification of winners. Enter our 90 th Annual Writing Competition for your chance to win and have your work be seen by editors and agents! Writers Digestwould like to congratulate the 101 winners of the 85th AnnualWriters DigestWriting Competition! 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Competition related updates and winner notifications are sent via: email and/or the Submittable messaging feature. Professor and lifelong birder Thomas C. Gannon discusses what inspired his most recent book that is part nature writing, part ethnic studies, and part memoir. All entries must be submitted online. She lives and writes on a tiny island in northern Vermont. Writer's Digest Annual Competition When filling out the online submission form, you will be asked to upload your entry file. The 86th Annual Writer's Digest Writing Competition Winners International bestselling author Amulya Malladi has a conversation with Clay Stafford about the research that went into writing and publishing a mystery novel that took 10 years to write. Entry Fees: $30 for first manuscript entry, $20 for first poetry entry Frequency: annual Late Submission Period Available? All entries must be in English. Every good story needs a nice (or not so nice) turn or two to keep it interesting. " Have your necessary information, including your e-book file or gifting code, at hand when you are ready to submit your entry. Writers Digest retains one-time nonexclusive publication rights to the Grand Prize and top winning entries to be published in a Writers Digest publication. Judge:Krystel Chenault is a product development specialist for an education publisher, a Ph.D. candidate, and a lifelong creative writer. Application requirements for the Writer's Digest Annual Writing Competition are: Manuscript Entry form Writers Digest is not liable for any copyright infringement on the part of the entrant and will not become involved in copyright disputes. Annual Writing Competition - Writer's Digest Author Caitlin Shetterly shares how Covid influenced her debut novel, what writers should leave unfinished each day, and more. Entry fees are due at the time of submission. Judge:Ryan Ireland, PhD, is the author of two novels, Beyond the Horizon and Ghosts of the Desert. 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Since 1991, Get It Write has been dedicated to the grammar, mechanics, and usage of standard written American English. All documents must be double-spaced. Judge:RJ Clarken writes humorous, poetic form rhyming poetry and middle-grade historical fiction. For poetry entries, supply a line count instead of a word count. All entries must be submitted online. Be a step ahead of your competition! This prize includes airfare, hotel and conference registration. Only count the lines containing text. She is the author of two books, Mugging for the Camera and Penny Wishes, and she was the editor of Goldfinch for five years. " by Elaine Howley, "I'm High Risk for Coronavirus, So How Do I Proceed Once the Country Opens? Her work has been published in college textbooks by Cengage Learning and W.W. Norton, and her first novel, Island Charm, released in 2021. If the Grand Prize Winner accepts the Writer's Digest Conference portion of their prize they must agree to travel (flying round-trip from the same city) during the conference dates in 2023. We continue the tradition by giving away more than $30,000 in cash and prizes! *Recipient of two honorable mentions in category, **Recipient of three honorable mentions in category, ***Recipient of four honorable mentions in category. 2023 Active Interest Media All Rights Reserved. Belmont, The Trials and Tribulations of Hamlet's Mother by Elena Kaufman, "Adolescence in America, 1965"by Norman Goodwin, "Pink (a Ghazal)"by Carrie Magness Radna, "Both Out Far and In Deep"by Stephen Pollock, "Villanelle For Black Holes"by Mary K. 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Balaskas, "Divine Monster and Her Men by Elena Kaufman, "Blessings of a Mother: Eej Khad, the Mother Rock of Mongolia" by Angela Waldron, "A Chicken-and-Egg Situation: Easter and Its Many Traditions" by Kathy Bradshaw, "Why I Love Franz Boasand You Should Too"by Alan McGowan, "A Utilitarian Revolution"by Elaine Howley, "Medication saves lives in the pandemic, but at what cost?" " by Melodee M. Spevack, "This Is What Working With a Virtual Doula Really Looks Like GetItWriteOnline.com. See which WD competitions are currently accepting entries at writersdigest.com/wd-competitions. Contact information is collected via: the online entry form. 1. Accepted file formats include: .doc, .docx, and .pdf. Judge:Joe Stollenwerk is the author of the book Today in History: Musicals. Judge: Richard Campbell(GuidedLifeStories.com) is co-author of Writing Your Legacy: The Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting Your Life Story, released worldwide by Writers Digest Books. Trained fighter and author Carla Hoch shares if and how your character could escape handcuffs by dislocating a thumb. If the forms are not submitted within 60 days of the request date, cash awards may be forfeited. Poetry entry$20 for the first entry; $15 for each additional poetry entry. Or a Man? He is currently on a 14-month, 49-state road trip in his 1979 VW bus, while he and his wife, Miracle, produce a podcast called So You Owned a VW Bus. More on their project can be found at OnTheRoadWithAdie.com. She has also published two novels: Its My Wedding Too and Its Not My Wedding: But Im in Charge. Please remember that all commentary should be taken with this understanding. Writer's Digest Annual Writing Competition All entries must be in English. Please be sure that the email address you provide will be valid throughout the competition. 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Please be sure that the email address that you provide will be valid throughout the competition span. Read thearticle here. ANNUAL WRITING COMPETITION. Barbara Layman, Day Dreamer and the Sleeping Giants, Sandy Quandt, Splintered and Shattered on the Inside, Rebekah Newcome, The Burning in My Chest, Alexandria Simmons, A White Rose for His Lady, Dyan Neary, We Need to Talk About Frankie: Prescribing Anti-Psychotic Drugs to Toddlers, Cheryl Katz, The Sad Saga of Icelands &#$% Balls, Marsha Porter, My Breast Reduction Surgery, Debbie Lee, Local Woodworkers Honor Veterans in Unique Way, Christy Heitger-Ewing, Mr. Announcing the Winners of the 91st Annual Writer's Digest Writing Writers Digest is not liable for any copyright infringement on the part of the entrant and will not become involved in copyright disputes. McElroy, "Upstream Approaches to Health and Wellness Critically acclaimed author Katrina Leno shares five things books and umbrellas have in commonfrom someone who loves each. Once a submission has been checked out, it is entered into the competition and cannot with edited or replaced. This week, we're excited to announce seven WDU courses, an Improve Your Email Newsletter webinar, and more! Accepted file formats include: .doc, .docx, and .pdf. Her nonfiction books have been published by Focal Press, Ilex Press, and John Wiley & Sons. PDF The Prizes the Particulars He has also presented life story sessions on several transatlantic crossings for Windstar Cruises. In 2019, he was writer-in-residence at the Jan Michalski Foundation in Switzerland, where he worked on his third novel. Lumpster and the Halloween Witch by Mary Rhee, The Selkie's Daughter by Rachel Delaney Craft, STUCK IN A RUT SOPHIA by Kathleen Jacobs, Bertina Willoughby Loves Words by Patricia Albrecht, Sparkles in the Snow by Margaret Speck Ogawa, Willie and The Wildfire by Barbara Wollan, "The Monster in the Woods" by Renee Roberson, "A Hell of a Spring Break" by Patrick Weill, "Death & Deception at the Codwall Inn" by Denise Johnson, "No Rest for the Wicked" by Abigail Melchior, "The Hearts Compass" by Jennifer Shackleford. Judge:Zachary Petit (ZacharyPetit.com) is an award-winning freelance journalist and copywriter, the editor of PRINT magazine, and a lifelong literary and design nerd. Critically acclaimed author Katrina Leno shares five things books and umbrellas have in commonfrom someone who loves each. Judge: RJ Clarken'swork has been published in Writers Digest, Mbius, AsininePoetry, Measure Poetry Magazine, USA Today Online, Sol Magazine, and Trellis Magazine, amongother literary publications. This week, introduce a small problem that grows. Competition related updates are sent via Submittable messaging, and email. WD Competitions - Writer's Digest Incorrect email addresses may result in the transmission of important information being delayed and/or unsuccessful. will be considered. The submission file (both the manuscript/story itself as well as the file name) should not include any identifying information. Bird, "All Good Things Are Wild and Free" by Rebecca L. Manoogian, "God's Bucket of Love" by Glen J Ellington, "The Angel With the Extra Chromosome" by Monique Amado, "My Advice from God about Josh" by Gail Dudley, "Of Death and Life" by Natli VanDerWerken, "A Message for Debbie" by Deborah Crew King, "Is My Spirit Guide Real?" Please name your file the same as your submission title if possible; identifying information should not be included in your file name. For complete coverage of the 87th Annual Writer . Authors retain all ownership of their work. Once a submission has been checked out, it is entered into the competition, and cannot be edited or replaced. Have your necessary information available when you are ready to submit your entry. Have your necessary information at hand when you are ready to submit your entry. International bestselling author Amulya Malladi has a conversation with Clay Stafford about the research that went into writing and publishing a mystery novel that took 10 years to write. By Writers Digest Staff Oct 21, 2021. Enter your email below and receive a free download, "Writer's Digest Guide to Writing Contests." Entries must be accompanied by the required entry fee by credit/debit card or PayPal. Important & Helpful Information Prior to Entering. There is no cap as to the number of submissions that can be entered into the competition overall, however each submission (including edited versions being re-submitted) must be checked out separately. Writers Digest is not responsible for the loss, damage or return of any books submitted to the competition. Author Caitlin Shetterly shares how Covid influenced her debut novel, what writers should leave unfinished each day, and more. Judge:John Philip Drury is the author of four full-length poetry collections: The Disappearing Town and Burning the Aspern Papers (both from Miami University Press), The Refugee Camp (Turning Point Books), and Sea Level Rising (Able Muse Press). He has also appeared on several Top 50 CBS affiliate radio stations across the United States. If you write under a pen name, or if there are multiple authors, please indicate names on PEN NAME line of the submission form. This prize includes airfare, hotel, and conference registration. This week, introduce a small problem that grows. Please type carefully, and list only one valid email address. Almost 500 winners will be chosen. 4. Grand Prize The bestselling author discusses the interconnectedness of his work, the importance of short stories, and his latest release, The Late Americans. " by Diane Earhart, "Coolidge: A Story of the Town, Not the Man He has also enjoyed serving as a judge for the Sioux City International Film Festival. Here are the top genre and niche websites as identified in the 25th Annual 101 Best Websites from the May/June 2023 issue of Writer's Digest. Files are not returned. The following are not permitted to enter the contest, neither under their legal names nor pen names: employees of Active Interest Media and their immediate family members; Writers Digest Books authors; Writer's Digest contributing editors and columnists; and Writers Digest instructors for online courses and live webinars. 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