Poetry, fiction and nonfiction contests seek submissions [Worldwide]

Posted on Jul 24, 2023 in Specialized Topics

Creative writers can submit poetry, nonfiction and fiction stories to compete for a US$1,000 grand prize and publication in each genre.

Terrain.org is hosting its 14th Annual Contest in Poetry, Fiction and Nonfiction. Terrain.org is the world’s first place-based online journal that joins literary work — poetry, creative nonfiction, and fiction — with articles and community case studies.

Creative writers can submit one to four poems in a single document. One fiction story and one nonfiction essay or article with a total of 5,000 words can also be submitted.

The entry fee is US$20 per story, essay or article, or set of one to five poems.  

Finalists in each genre will also receive publication and US$200. 

The deadline is Sept. 4.