Exciting Writing Contests To Enter Now
Published: Wed, 05/26/21
20 Syllable Poem
Write a poem that has exactly 20 syllables. Any format. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Tomorrow! Enter today or tomorrow. May 27th
Write a poem that has exactly 20 syllables. Any format. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Tomorrow! Enter today or tomorrow. May 27th
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.
Deadline In 5 Days. May 31st
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.
Deadline In 5 Days. May 31st
Share Your Story
A memoir gives us the ability to write about our life. But you can write about life with the option to create and fabricate and to make sense of a life, or part of that life. Write a piece of your life! Cash Prize!
Deadline In 7 Days. Jun 2nd
A memoir gives us the ability to write about our life. But you can write about life with the option to create and fabricate and to make sense of a life, or part of that life. Write a piece of your life! Cash Prize!Deadline In 7 Days. Jun 2nd
5-7-5 Poetry Writing
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.
Deadline In 11 Days. Jun 6th
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.
Deadline In 11 Days. Jun 6th
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 9 syllables. The second line has 8 syllables and the 7th line has seven. This continues until your final line which has one syllable. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline In 17 Days. Jun 12th
Write a nine line poem for this poetry contest. But you must count syllables. The first line of your poem will have 9 syllables. The second line has 8 syllables and the 7th line has seven. This continues until your final line which has one syllable. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline In 17 Days. Jun 12th
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. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline In 19 Days. Jun 14th
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. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline In 19 Days. Jun 14th
This Sentence Starts The Story
Write a story that starts with this sentence: I put on my mask and entered the building. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline In 21 Days. Jun 16th
Write a story that starts with this sentence: I put on my mask and entered the building. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline In 21 Days. Jun 16th
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 for the winning entry.
Deadline Jun 24th
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 for the winning entry.
Deadline Jun 24th
5-7-5 Poetry
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. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jun 26th
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. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jun 26th
Horror Writing Contest
Put your readers on edge or terrorize them for this horror writing contest. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Jun 27th
Put your readers on edge or terrorize them for this horror writing contest. Cash prize for the winning entry.Deadline Jun 27th
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 for the winning entry.
Deadline Jun 29th
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 for the winning entry.Deadline Jun 29th
Sonnet Poetry Contest
Just like Shakespeare did, discover the rhythm and rhyme scheme of the Shakespearean sonnet. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jul 3rd
Just like Shakespeare did, discover the rhythm and rhyme scheme of the Shakespearean sonnet. Cash Prize!Deadline Jul 3rd
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.
Deadline Jul 9th
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.
Deadline Jul 9th
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. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jul 12th
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. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jul 12th
Minute
Write a Minute poem for this contest. A fun poem to write. It follows the "8,4,4,4" syllable count structure. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Jul 16th
Write a Minute poem for this contest. A fun poem to write. It follows the "8,4,4,4" syllable count structure. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Jul 16th
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. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Jul 23rd
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. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Jul 23rd
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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Jul 30th
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.
Deadline Jul 30th
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. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Aug 1st
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.
Deadline Aug 1st
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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Aug 6th
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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Aug 6th
Dialogue Only Writing Contest
Write a story using only dialogue. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Aug 10th
Write a story using only dialogue. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline Aug 10th
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. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Aug 16th
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. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Aug 16th
Future Flash Fiction
Write a flash fiction story that takes place in the future. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Aug 20th
Write a flash fiction story that takes place in the future. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Aug 20th
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. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Aug 26th
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. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Aug 26th
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. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Aug 28th
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. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Aug 28th
100 Word Flash Fiction
Write a flash fiction story on any topic that uses exactly 100 words. Cash Prize!
Deadline Aug 31st
Write a flash fiction story on any topic that uses exactly 100 words. Cash Prize!Deadline Aug 31st
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. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Sep 2nd
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. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Sep 2nd
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 and choose the word count. But the total syllable count for the completed poem must have exactly 15 syllables total. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Sep 7th
For this contest you are to write a short poem. The poem should have exactly 15 syllables. You can structure it anyway you choose and choose the word count. But the total syllable count for the completed poem must have exactly 15 syllables total. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Sep 7th
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. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Sep 11th
We are looking for personal essays, memoirs, and works of literary non-fiction. It can be spiritual, political, or funny. Creative approaches welcomed. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline Sep 11th
5 Line Poem
Write a five-lined poem that has a specific syllable count to enter this contest. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Sep 15th
Write a five-lined poem that has a specific syllable count to enter this contest. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Sep 15th
Flash Fiction
Write a story on any topic that uses 150 words. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Sep 18th
Write a story on any topic that uses 150 words. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Sep 18th
Rhyming Poetry Contest
Write a poem of any type that has a rhyme. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Sep 22nd
Write a poem of any type that has a rhyme. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Sep 22nd
Write A Script
A script can be bring a scene alive with just a little direction and words. Now is your chance to write your own. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Sep 25th
A script can be bring a scene alive with just a little direction and words. Now is your chance to write your own. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Sep 25th
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.
Deadline Sep 30th
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.Deadline Sep 30th
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 for the winning entry.
Deadline Oct 6th
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 for the winning entry.Deadline Oct 6th
80 Word Flash Fiction
Write a story on any topic that uses exactly 80 words. Cash Prize!
Deadline Oct 8th
Write a story on any topic that uses exactly 80 words. Cash Prize!
Deadline Oct 8th
6 Word Poetry
Write a poem with only 6 words. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Oct 11th
Write a poem with only 6 words. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Oct 11th
Cinquain Poetry
A cinquain poem is a five line poem that follows a specific format. Read the announcement for a sample poem. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Oct 16th
A cinquain poem is a five line poem that follows a specific format. Read the announcement for a sample poem. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Oct 16th
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. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Oct 20th
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. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline Oct 20th
One Line Poem
Write a monostich poem which is a poem that is only one line. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Oct 28th
Write a monostich poem which is a poem that is only one line. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Oct 28th
True Story Flash
Write a non-fiction story on any topic that uses exactly 100 words. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Nov 2nd
Write a non-fiction story on any topic that uses exactly 100 words. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Nov 2nd
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!
Deadline Nov 4th
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!
Deadline Nov 4th
Haiku
Can you write a poem with only three lines? Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Nov 10th
Can you write a poem with only three lines? Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Nov 10th
Dribble Flash Fiction
Write a story on any topic that uses 50 words. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Nov 20th
Write a story on any topic that uses 50 words. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Nov 20th
New Arrival Poetry
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.
Deadline Nov 25th
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.
Deadline Nov 25th
Rhyming Poem
Write a poem of any type that has a rhyme. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Nov 30th
Write a poem of any type that has a rhyme. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Nov 30th
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. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Dec 5th
A fun poetry type that requires you to use the last word of each sentence as the starting word of the next sentence. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Dec 5th
My Faith Poetry
Share a poem that is about your faith or how faith has impacted your life. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Dec 10th
Share a poem that is about your faith or how faith has impacted your life. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Dec 10th
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. Cash Prize!
Deadline Dec 14th
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. Cash Prize!
Deadline Dec 14th
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.
Deadline Dec 20th
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.Deadline Dec 20th
These are just a few of our contests. View the full listing here.
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