Long, Long, Long

Yes, this contest is coming back in May! Unlike before, it will be an annual contest, so there's a longer submission period. Basically, you'll have the whole summer. Here's a more detailed timeline for your reference:

Round Starts: May 1, 2022 at 12:00 AM WDC Time
Round Ends: August 31, 2022 at 11:59 PM WDC Time

Judging Period: September 1-October 15
Winners Announcement: October 31, 2022 at the latest

Note: Judging timelines may change depending on how many entries I get and how much I have to do to prep for another round of my other contest.

As always, remember to include a word count and have all edits completed by August 31. Any piece with edits after that time will be disqualified. Given the submission period length, you should have enough time to at least get the word count included. Also, if you happen to enter a piece created this year, I will at least consider it for a Quills nomination.


Happy writing!