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Short Shots: Official WDC Contest  [ASR]
Use the photo to inspire your creativity. Write a short story and win big prizes!
 
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This is a no-prompt short poetry contest. It must be based on the Scriptures. Please read the rules before posting.

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SCRIPTURE POETRY CONTEST  (E)
POIETES GROUP


Posted by quihadi on Oct 12, 2026 at 3:54pm  

Write, Horror, parody lyrics for a popular song. Spooky campfire songs for Halloween? anyone? I'll add 25k gps for every song that fits the rules.

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Horror Writing Contest  (18+)
A contest involving writing a horror story. Simple, really.
#2273172 by steven-writerMail Icon


Posted by horsekeeper on Sep 30, 2026 at 4:13pm  

It is almost time for some creative Halloween Tales. How creative will you be with the 20 words provided?

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Halloween Tales Contest  (E)
My words your story, how creative are you? 60,000 gp available for prizes!
#258919 by gresylMail Icon


Posted by gresyl on Sep 23, 2026 at 8:05pm  

The Bard's Hall offers intriguing monthly prompts from genre writing - mysteries and horror for Sept and October to poetry and holiday themed writings. Hope to see you there!

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The Bard's Hall Contest  (13+)
OCTOBER is the annual: Something Horror This Way Comes!
#981150 by sgcardinMail Icon


Posted by sgcardin on Sep 18, 2026 at 12:57pm  

If you like to write for kids, this contest is for you!

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Writing 4 Kids  (E)
If you like to write for children, or give it a try, this is the contest for you!
#1999597 by grcubbyMail Icon


Posted by grcubby on Sep 3, 2026 at 8:42am  

Write a first chapter inspired by the prompt.

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Chapter One  (18+)
Write a first chapter inspired by the prompt.
#2251577 by grcubbyMail Icon


Posted by grcubby on Sep 3, 2026 at 8:39am  

Give me your best prompt, prompted by the prompt! Weekly winners plus one MB winner per month.

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The Prompt Me Contest  (13+)
Give me your best prompt, prompted by the prompt!
#2000519 by grcubbyMail Icon


Posted by grcubby on Sep 3, 2026 at 8:36am  

Contest for romance and erotica flash fiction stories. Allows a variety of genres for stories and tried to post weekly prompts. Also looking for judges.

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The Weekly Quickie Contest  (18+)
Can you excite in under 969 words? Romance/Erotica Flash Fiction Contest - First Date
#1355442 by elfmage7Mail Icon


Posted by elfmage7 on Sep 1, 2026 at 4:35pm  

The Science Fiction Short Story Contest - August Edition (Solar Radiance)


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The Science Fiction Short Story Contest  (13+)
A contest inspired by the serious need for more good sci-fi
#2140378 by blackadder256Mail Icon


Posted by blackadder256 on Aug 1, 2026 at 8:36pm  

Your chance to win a membership upgrade at no cost to you!

 Generous Johnny: Round 1 Open  (E)
Want to win a membership upgrade? Check here for details!
#2362810 by jfoxxMail Icon


Posted by jfoxx on Jul 30, 2026 at 3:46pm  

Poetic Traditions Poetry Contest

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Poetic Traditions Poetry Contest   (E)
A Contest for Metrical Rhyming Poetry.
#2055137 by brenmapleMail Icon


Posted by brenmaple on Jul 29, 2026 at 5:32pm  

Are you fascinated by the mysteries of existence: God, life, the universe, and everything in between? Whether you follow a religion or none at all, this contest is your space to explore the most profound and meaningful questions we face as human beings.

 
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Grill a Christian  (13+)
At Base Camp - November Marathon - on a writing break
#2327636 by luminementisMail Icon


Posted by luminementis on Apr 24, 2026 at 8:02am  

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