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The Danahy Fiction Prize

The Danahy Fiction Prize is an award given annually for a previously unpublished work of short fiction, generally between 500 and 5000 words. Judging is by the editors of Tampa Review, and all entries are considered for publication.

Prizes: $1,000 and publication in Tampa Review
Deadline: November 30, 2014.
Entry fee: $20

For more information and submission guidelines, please visit their website.

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2014 Brooklyn Non-Fiction Prize

brooklyn film and artsThe Brooklyn Non-Fiction Prize will be awarded to the best Brooklyn-focused non-fiction essay which is set in Brooklyn and is about Brooklyn and/or Brooklyn people/characters. They are seeking compelling Brooklyn stories from writers with a broad range of backgrounds and ages who can render Brooklyn’s rich soul and intangible qualities through the writer’s actual experiences in Brooklyn.

Prizes: $500
Deadline: November 15, 2014.
Entry fee: Free

For more information and submission guidelines, please visit their website.

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Dream Quest One Poetry And Writing Contest

sunflower11th76j-300x269The Dream Quest One Poetry & Writing Contest is open to anyone who enjoys expressing innermost thoughts and feelings into the beautiful literary art of poetry or writing a story that is worth telling everyone. Write a poem, 30 lines or fewer on any subject and/or write a short story, 5 pages maximum length on any theme for a chance to win cash awards!

 

Prizes: Writing First Prize: $500, 2nd: $250, 3rd: $100
Poetry First Prize: $250, 2nd: $125, 3rd: $50

Entry fees: $5 per poem/ $10 per story

Postmark deadline: July 31, 2013

For more information, please visit their website.

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Black Denim Lit Seeks Submissions

logo-narrow-text-178x178Black Denim Lit welcomes new and established writers for online and print literary journal. Fiction up to 7,500 words that has unique, lasting artistic merit, will consider novelettes up to 17,500 words on a case by case basis, and some genre work. Writer-focused, personal feedback and fast response. Why “Black Denim”…? It’s understated and unpretentious, typifying the tone of style that appeals: grounded, approachable and unassuming.

Entry Fee: NONE

Deadline: Monthly deadlines, see website for more info.

Prizes: Offers token payment.

Visit the website for more information.

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