Bethesda Literary Festival’s Essay and Short Story Contests invites authors from Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia to submit essays of up to 500 words and short stories of up to 4000 words on any subject.
Prizes: First, second, third place, and honorable mention winners will receive prizes of up to $500 and publication in Bethesda Magazine. See site for details.
Entry fee: FREE
Deadline: Entry must be postmarked January 23, 2015.
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