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Fiction - By Genre: Contest
in the "Contest" genre

SPONSORED

CONTEST

Newbies ONLY Short Story & Poem Contest

by ~ Santa Sisco ~

Rated: 13+ • Contest • #1873271

Opening in January for entries!

Created: Jun 12, 2012 at 10:50am

Modified: Nov 24, 2024 at 6:35pm

Size: 1 Post

Genres: Contest, Activity, Writing.Com

FICTION

The Rattler's Kiss

by W.D.Wilcox

Rated: 18+ • Horror/Scary • #2195787

The Granddaddy of all snakes

Created: Jul 15, 2019 at 2:53pm

Modified: Mar 9, 2026 at 3:48pm

Size: 5.27 KB

Genres: Horror/Scary, Nature, Contest

FICTION

Horizon

by sindbad

Rated: E • Other • #2344271

My take on a beautiful image in a contest entry

Rewards 3,750 GPs per review

Created: Jul 27, 2025 at 9:25pm

Modified: Mar 7, 2026 at 5:13am

Size: 3.63 KB

Genres: Other, Contest, Contest Entry

FICTION

24-word story, "Cassandra"

by Kira

Rated: E • Contest • #2355517

I accepted the challenge done by someone else to write a 24-word story. I hope you like it

Created: Mar 2, 2026 at 12:20pm

Modified: Mar 2, 2026 at 12:20pm

Size: 0.18 KB

Genre: Contest

FICTION

Da Hanzel und Gretal

by W.D.Wilcox

Rated: 13+ • Comedy • #1065721

Winner of Belle's Fairytale Twist Contest

Created: Feb 1, 2006 at 3:32pm

Modified: Feb 26, 2026 at 2:57pm

Size: 3.99 KB

Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Contest

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CONTEST

The Writer's Cramp

by Sophy on the road

Rated: 13+ • Contest • #333655

Write the best story or poem in 24 hours or less and win 10K GPS!

Created: Jan 23, 2002 at 11:43am

Modified: Mar 13, 2026 at 12:02pm

Size: 18,110 Posts

Genres: Contest, Writing, Other

FICTION

The ‘Fruitless’ Quest

by The Uplifting Essayist

Rated: E • Contest • #2355053

Friends, here is a flash fiction with a twist in the end. Thanks.

Created: Feb 21, 2026 at 5:17am

Modified: Feb 23, 2026 at 9:35am

Size: 1.90 KB

Genres: Contest, Family, Entertainment

FICTION

Sylvester the Cat

by Mary Ann MCPhedran

Rated: 13+ • Contest • #2324680

A poem created for contest.

Created: Aug 6, 2024 at 6:46pm

Modified: Feb 7, 2026 at 7:59pm

Size: 1.12 KB

Genres: Contest, Inspirational, Contest Entry

FICTION

Finding Her Way

by Jacky

Rated: E • Contest • #2353413

Flash Fiction

Created: Jan 21, 2026 at 3:09pm

Modified: Jan 21, 2026 at 3:09pm

Size: 1.99 KB

Genre: Contest

FICTION

The Great Secret

by W.D.Wilcox

Rated: 13+ • Drama • #979630

An innocent man learns the secret of death.

Created: Jun 10, 2005 at 9:15pm

Modified: Jan 20, 2026 at 3:55pm

Size: 7.64 KB

Genres: Drama, Death, Contest

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SHOP

Leger's Shop

by Legerdemain

Rated: 18+ • Writing.Com • #1495077

Images for all your needs!

Created: Nov 13, 2008 at 6:49am

Modified: Feb 11, 2026 at 6:12pm

Size: 344 Products

Genres: Writing.Com, Adult, Activity

FICTION

Yoda Remembers

by W.D.Wilcox

Rated: 13+ • Comedy • #752328

Even Yoda had a mother ...

Created: Sep 17, 2003 at 11:22am

Modified: Jan 12, 2026 at 9:40pm

Size: 6.80 KB

Genres: Comedy, Contest, Other

FICTION

Coffee Creamer

by Serena Blade

Rated: E • Contest • #2352707

Drink the real thing.

Created: Jan 7, 2026 at 7:21pm

Modified: Jan 7, 2026 at 8:19pm

Size: 1.99 KB

Genres: Contest, Family, Comedy

FICTION

Ten Minute Misconduct Contest

by T.S. Garp

Rated: E • Contest • #2107428

A contest for short stories of any length, but hurry and get your submission posted!

Created: Jan 3, 2017 at 11:24pm

Modified: Jan 2, 2026 at 5:39pm

Size: 4.06 KB

Genres: Contest, Writing, Other

FICTION

Jewel of the East

by Jeffrey Meyer

Rated: E • Contest • #2343741

Hope is not food enough for the village

Created: Jul 16, 2025 at 11:27am

Modified: Dec 28, 2025 at 8:06pm

Size: 1.88 KB

Genres: Contest, Cultural, Family

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CONTEST

The LGBT Writing Contest - closed

by Osirantinous

Rated: 18+ • LGBTQ+ • #1980539

Short story contest (with great prizes) for LGBT characters. Closed.

Created: Mar 6, 2014 at 8:35pm

Modified: Oct 4, 2025 at 2:39am

Size: 98 Posts

Genres: LGBTQ+, Contest, Writing

FICTION

The Mirror Tree

by Emberly Gray

Rated: 13+ • Other • #2350274

Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself.”

Created: Nov 18, 2025 at 3:38am

Modified: Dec 14, 2025 at 9:54pm

Size: 10.15 KB

Genres: Other, Contest, Writing

FICTION

Side Dished

by W.D.Wilcox

Rated: E • Comedy • #911119

The best side dish at Thanksgiving

Created: Nov 22, 2004 at 4:21pm

Modified: Oct 28, 2025 at 5:30pm

Size: 2.49 KB

Genres: Comedy, Contest, Other

FICTION

The Camping Trip

by Eregnon

Rated: 13+ • Animal • #2347712

A couple go on a hike. Contest entry.

Created: Sep 30, 2025 at 10:22pm

Modified: Sep 30, 2025 at 10:22pm

Size: 5.29 KB

Genres: Animal, Contest, Relationship

FICTION

A Moment in Time

by StephBee

Rated: E • Family • #2321631

Josie needs to find something for Emma

Created: Jun 7, 2024 at 9:00pm

Modified: Sep 12, 2025 at 8:21pm

Size: 2.39 KB

Genres: Family, Contest, Other

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CONTEST

A Poem A Day Contest

by Itchy Water~fictionandverse

Rated: E • Contest • #1789785

This is a daily contest for anybody who writes poetry.

Created: Jun 30, 2011 at 3:16pm

Modified: Jul 20, 2018 at 7:32pm

Size: 3,096 Posts

Genres: Contest, Activity, Writing.Com

FICTION

B-47

by WriterRick

Rated: E • Drama • #2346475

Life in a DMV line

Created: Sep 7, 2025 at 5:11pm

Modified: Sep 7, 2025 at 5:11pm

Size: 1.76 KB

Genres: Drama, Contest

FICTION

Mistress Mary

by Jeffrey Meyer

Rated: E • Contest • #2343095

Something about a country girl...

Created: Jul 4, 2025 at 7:47am

Modified: Sep 7, 2025 at 8:15am

Size: 2.20 KB

Genre: Contest

FICTION

Interview With A Chef

by W.D.Wilcox

Rated: 13+ • Comedy • #1502355

The famous Swedish Chef cooks a Turkey dinner...

Created: Dec 5, 2008 at 1:09pm

Modified: Aug 20, 2025 at 11:20pm

Size: 4.07 KB

Genres: Comedy, Holiday, Contest

FICTION

Tell Me, Said the Elephant...

by Sam N. Yago

Rated: 13+ • Melodrama • #2345147

Scenes of bonds breaking play out.

Created: Aug 11, 2025 at 8:47pm

Modified: Aug 14, 2025 at 11:11pm

Size: 7.19 KB

Genres: Melodrama, Family, Contest

FICTION

The Three Jacks

by W.D.Wilcox

Rated: E • Holiday • #2235923

Kid's Holiday Tale

Created: Oct 22, 2020 at 4:50pm

Modified: Jul 12, 2025 at 3:03pm

Size: 4.79 KB

Genres: Holiday, Contest, Ghost

FICTION

Mr. Snood

by W.D.Wilcox

Rated: 13+ • Comedy • #1499045

Mr. Snood tries to land a job...(dialogue only)

Created: Nov 25, 2008 at 12:25pm

Modified: Jul 2, 2025 at 3:23pm

Size: 3.65 KB

Genres: Comedy, Holiday, Contest

FICTION

Midnight Intermission

by Jeffrey Meyer

Rated: 18+ • Contest • #2341999

THere are some things a person cannot abide

Created: Jun 12, 2025 at 10:05am

Modified: Jun 13, 2025 at 2:10pm

Size: 2.61 KB

Genres: Contest, Experience

FICTION

The Great Toaster Rescue

by JustinRock

Rated: E • Contest • #2341624

A superhero’s job is never done.

Created: Jun 5, 2025 at 4:52pm

Modified: Jun 5, 2025 at 4:57pm

Size: 1.85 KB

Genres: Contest, Comedy, Family

FICTION

Screen Test Of Doom

by JustinRock

Rated: E • Comedy • #2341223

It’s funny as long as it’s not happening to you!

Created: May 30, 2025 at 7:50pm

Modified: May 30, 2025 at 11:33pm

Size: 2.16 KB

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Contest

FICTION

Number 9

by AliceLvs2Write

Rated: 13+ • Contest • #2339361

As the body count rose, so did the desperation. Written for Journey/Genres April 2025

Created: Apr 27, 2025 at 11:26pm

Modified: Apr 27, 2025 at 11:27pm

Size: 20.55 KB

Genres: Contest, Crime/Gangster, Detective

FICTION

Be careful what you wish for.

by Sumojo

Rated: E • Contest • #2230009

Harry gets his desire, but is it really what he wants.

Created: Aug 21, 2020 at 4:35am

Modified: Mar 26, 2025 at 9:51am

Size: 9.37 KB

Genres: Contest, Emotional, Relationship

FICTION

Say No to Mensa

by Sam N. Yago

Rated: 13+ • Comedy • #2333718

A newborn baby has very specific instructions for his mother.

Created: Jan 20, 2025 at 4:33pm

Modified: Jan 20, 2025 at 4:38pm

Size: 3.90 KB

Genres: Comedy, Family, Contest

FICTION

The Smiling Rabbit - The Untold Truth

by John

Rated: E • Fantasy • #2317627

A retelling of a known fable with a different perspective

Created: Apr 6, 2024 at 8:27pm

Modified: Nov 19, 2024 at 4:19pm

Size: 3.05 KB

Genres: Fantasy, Contest, Folklore

FICTION

What Really Matters

by John

Rated: E • Contest • #2321306

Colton is left a prism by his father. Will he find the real gift?

Created: Jun 2, 2024 at 2:36pm

Modified: Nov 19, 2024 at 3:59pm

Size: 15.44 KB

Genres: Contest, Emotional, Family

FICTION

Late Night Food Delivery

by Sam N. Yago

Rated: 13+ • Food/Cooking • #1083117

A delivery man confronts an apartment dweller [Dialogue 500 Contest Entry]

Created: Mar 18, 2006 at 12:07pm

Modified: Nov 17, 2024 at 11:22am

Size: 2.28 KB

Genres: Food/Cooking, Comedy, Contest

FICTION

Lady Who?

by Dan I Am

Rated: E • Comedy • #2330433

A woman has a very unusual time at the local library.

Created: Nov 14, 2024 at 2:51pm

Modified: Nov 15, 2024 at 2:25pm

Size: 3.82 KB

Genres: Comedy, Animal, Contest

FICTION

All in the Translation

by Jacky

Rated: E • Contest • #2329933

Flash Fiction

Created: Nov 3, 2024 at 6:39pm

Modified: Nov 3, 2024 at 6:47pm

Size: 1.82 KB

Genre: Contest

FICTION

It Works

by Jacky

Rated: E • Contest • #2329766

Flash Fiction

Created: Oct 31, 2024 at 3:53pm

Modified: Oct 31, 2024 at 3:53pm

Size: 1.83 KB

Genre: Contest

FICTION

Time

by Jacky

Rated: E • Contest • #2288579

Flash Fiction

Created: Jan 15, 2023 at 2:20pm

Modified: Oct 11, 2024 at 3:54pm

Size: 2.08 KB

Genres: Contest, Other

FICTION

A conversation

by Lizzie Basking in the Sun

Rated: ASR • Comedy • #2327351

A slip into psychosis leads to an interesting adventure

Created: Sep 22, 2024 at 11:03pm

Modified: Sep 22, 2024 at 11:03pm

Size: 3.13 KB

Genres: Comedy, Contest, Contest Entry

FICTION

Dance it the rain.

by AgapeKnight

Rated: 13+ • Contest • #2327287

A story based on the song entitled: Dance in the rain" by Megadeth

Created: Sep 21, 2024 at 7:11pm

Modified: Sep 21, 2024 at 7:12pm

Size: 2.41 KB

Genres: Contest, Contest Entry, Tragedy

FICTION

The Unforgettable Day

by Jacky

Rated: E • Contest • #2326839

Flash Fiction

Created: Sep 13, 2024 at 7:45am

Modified: Sep 13, 2024 at 7:45am

Size: 1.78 KB

Genre: Contest

FICTION

Sylvester the Cat

by Mary Ann MCPhedran

Rated: 13+ • Contest • #2324681

A poem created for contest.

Created: Aug 6, 2024 at 6:46pm

Modified: Aug 6, 2024 at 6:46pm

Size: 1.06 KB

Genres: Contest, Inspirational, Contest Entry

FICTION

One Last Latte

by amateur40

Rated: E • Contest • #2324053

For Daily Flash Fiction competition 299 words

Created: Jul 23, 2024 at 8:01pm

Modified: Jul 23, 2024 at 8:01pm

Size: 1.91 KB

Genre: Contest

FICTION

A Mother's Fear

by Lizzie Basking in the Sun

Rated: E • Comedy • #2323883

A new mom is awakened by a sudden, loud noise in the night. for Daily Flash Fiction Winner

Created: Jul 19, 2024 at 8:21pm

Modified: Jul 19, 2024 at 11:33pm

Size: 1.77 KB

Genres: Comedy, Contest, Contest Entry

FICTION

A Second First Date

by Lizzie Basking in the Sun

Rated: ASR • Contest • #2323791

A widow steps back into the dating scene with the help of her daughter contest

Created: Jul 18, 2024 at 2:59am

Modified: Jul 19, 2024 at 9:20pm

Size: 1.63 KB

Genres: Contest, Contest Entry, Relationship

FICTION

Broken Angel

by Lizzie Basking in the Sun

Rated: E • Contest • #2323450

written for daily flash fiction prompt words: board, plate, and frame 7/12

Created: Jul 12, 2024 at 1:24am

Modified: Jul 19, 2024 at 9:16pm

Size: 1.63 KB

Genres: Contest, Experience, Friendship

FICTION

Sharing is Caring

by Serena Blade

Rated: E • Contest • #2322269

be open to those that you love

Created: Jun 19, 2024 at 9:32pm

Modified: Jun 19, 2024 at 9:32pm

Size: 1.68 KB

Genres: Contest, Family, Comedy

FICTION

Holding One's Breath

by Tragically Happy

Rated: E • Contest • #2322137

Ash waited for the signal from Megan.

Created: Jun 17, 2024 at 9:43pm

Modified: Jun 17, 2024 at 9:43pm

Size: 1.58 KB

Genre: Contest

FICTION

Ocean's Delight

by WriterRick

Rated: E • Contest • #2322095

The legacy continues.

Created: Jun 17, 2024 at 9:17am

Modified: Jun 17, 2024 at 9:17am

Size: 11.87 KB

Genres: Contest, Business, Food/Cooking

FICTION

Does One Size Fit All?

by WriterRick

Rated: E • Contest • #2321677

It makes you think, doesn't it?

Created: Jun 9, 2024 at 7:30am

Modified: Jun 9, 2024 at 7:50am

Size: 6.57 KB

Genres: Contest, Educational, Research

FICTION

For You (drabble)

by Pernell Rogers

Rated: E • Contest • #2321628

Clay has a reason to win this race.

Created: Jun 7, 2024 at 7:35pm

Modified: Jun 7, 2024 at 7:35pm

Size: 0.99 KB

Genres: Contest, Emotional, Personal

FICTION

Mountain Lion Campout

by Joseph

Rated: 13+ • Contest • #2319049

April contest entry for Bard's Hall. After a campout you wake up in a tree. Mt.lion below

Created: Apr 28, 2024 at 7:30am

Modified: Apr 30, 2024 at 6:06am

Size: 3.27 KB

Genres: Contest, Entertainment, Folklore

FICTION

Relief

by Auri Johnson

Rated: E • Contest • #2306528

They're finally safe.

Created: Oct 15, 2023 at 5:55am

Modified: Apr 21, 2024 at 6:33pm

Size: 3.97 KB

Genres: Contest, Horror/Scary, Paranormal

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