Explore more. Web pages, photos, and videos. The Poetry Library. "we can not compete but perhaps we meet somewhere" from 'Red Rose and a Beggar' by H.D., found in Hermetic Definition (New Directions,1972) This list is compiled monthly from information sent to The Poetry Library by organisers of competitions.
Each competition has different regulations. In most cases, poems should be in English and not previously published. Where regulations and entry forms are available online, a link is provided, but in other cases, competitors should write to each competition, enclosing a stamped addressed envelope for an entry form before submitting work. For competitions suitable for children and young people, click here The Poetry Library accepts no liability in connection with the information contained in the list. The Red Shed Open Poetry Competition 2017 | Closing Date: 29-Apr-17 Contact: Ware Poets Open Poetry Competition 2017 | Closing Date: 30-Apr-17 Details:Prizes: £600, £300, £150, and the Ware Sonnet Prize (£150).
Details:Entries are judged blind. The Bridport Prize. Judge: Andrew Miller Prizes 1st prize £5000 (approx 8000 US$, 5900 Euro) 2nd prize £1000 (approx 1600 US$, 1180 Euro) 3rd prize £500 (approx 800 US$, 590 Euro) 10 supplementary prizes of £50 each The top winning stories, poems and flash fiction will be published in the Bridport Prize 2014 anthology The winning stories and shortlist will be read by leading London literary agents with a view to representing writers The top thirteen eligible stories are submitted to the BBC National Short Story Award (£15,000) and The Sunday Times EFG Private Bank Short Story Award (£30,000) Remember to delete any identfying marks on your submission before uploading your short story.
Writers' Forum: Short story contest. Three great prizes every issue 1st £300 2nd £150 3rd £100 All types of story are welcome, be it crime, comedy, romance, thriller, literary, twist in the tail, horror, SF etc Stories MUST be between 1000 and 3000 wordsEntry fee is £6 or just £3 for subscribers.If your story is shortlisted you will be notified and we will ask you to send a photo of yourself and a brief biography via email.
Optional feedback for just £5 Our judges Sue Moorcroft and Lorraine Mace can provide a page of personalised critique to help you improve your writing. TO ENTER ONLINEPlease choose one of the following links to be taken to the secure Select website to pay by card: To enter send an email with your story attached as a Word-compatible file (.doc or .docx or .rtf). Storycomp@writers-forum.com Your entry will be forwarded to the judges as soon as all fees due have been paid and your subscriber status has been confirmed. One story each issue will be selected for our workshop feature. Good luck!