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Women Who Write Poetry & Short Prose Contest

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:56:31 +0100

Women Who Write 2013 International Poetry & Short Prose Contest

http://www.womenwhowrite.com/Submit.html

DEADLINE: June 30, 2013

Contest Rules
1. Open to women 18 years or older.
2. Women Who Write will retain one-time publication rights (print and electronic), after which all rights revert to the author.
3. Entries to the contest must be previously unpublished.
4. Prose pieces can be fiction or non-fiction and are limited to 3,000 words or less.
5. $12 entry fee for each prose piece submitted or for up to two poems. Submissions will not be returned. Entry fees will not be reimbursed for any reason.
6. Deadline is June 30. Electronic submissions must be received by midnight June 30. Print submissions must be postmarked on or before June 30. Late entries will not be considered.
7. Winners will be notified in August by phone.

Winners will receive:
1. First place: $300, publication in Calliope, the annual anthology of Women Who Write, and up to five copies of Calliope.
2. Second place: $200, publication in Calliope and up to five copies of Calliope.
3. Third place: $100, publication in Calliope and up to five copies of Calliope.

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God Still Leads and Guides

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 12:56:09 +0100

God Still Leads and Guides, sequel to God Still Meets Needs

Mark Littleton is beginning the process of doing a follow-up book to “God Still Meets Needs.” It will be called, “God Still Leads and Guides.” All the stories/readings/devos will be about how God led or guided you (or the person you’re writing about) in an uncertain or needful time. Enclosed is one reading by Mark that may help you in working on this.

First, this book will have a Table of Contents and a list of bios on all the writers at the end.

Second, there will only be fifty writers in the book. Each writer will have 2-4 readings in the book. This is to make it a little more exposure for each writer. Please get your readings in quickly. Put them all together in a Word .doc, or .docx, do not send them individually. Follow the format below. Mark will be compiling this book over the next few months. First come, first look and consider. Do not send more than 5-6 devos altogether. If you only have one reading, that's okay. Then others will be able to have more.

Third, include your bio and contact information on each reading, at the bottom of each one (not at the end of all of them).

Format:
            Single-spaced, Times New Roman, 12-point type.
            Title is centered and all letters capitalized.
            Scripture quote is indented same as the rest. No quotation marks.
            Title. Line space. Scripture. Line space. Reading.
            Each new paragraph must have a .5” indent.
            Put the scripture address (all spelled out) at the END of the verse in this way: (Verse-comma-version(NLT, etc.)). I.e. (Romans 8:28, NIV).
            The reading must be about an experience(not just a teaching). Show don’t tell.
            The whole entry must be from 275-325 words. No exceptions.
            Put “Application” after the reading at end, indented one tab, one line space after reading.
            Put your name at the end, with five indents before it. No line space after application.
            If you do not follow these guidelines, your submission will be immediately rejected.

Fifth, Mark cannot pay for these devos. However, you will be able to buy copies of the book same as last time for your own use, for selling yourself, or for gifts.

Sixth, you don’t have to buy any books as part of this plan. However, it is to your advantage to get some and give them away or sell them just to create a little buzz on the book.

Sample Devo:

GOD LEADS IN EVANGELISM

The LORD appeared to him from afar, saying, "I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have drawn you with lovingkindness." (Jeremiah 31:3, NASB).

Mike F. was a guy I wanted to reach for Christ. He had been in prison, a street tough, a drug-user, a drunk. I often wondered why God linked me up with him.

We talked about Jesus for over a year. Mike'd listen, argue, stonewall. I didn't think he'd ever convert.

Then one day he told me, "I did it. I accepted Jesus."

I was amazed. We became fast friends. He worried, though, that God was still angry with him for all those past years of sin. I told him all was forgiven. God loved him as he was. We talked about it many times, but he just couldn't believe it was true.

One day while playing with his two-year old son, Jason, God suddenly filled Mike with that warm fatherly affection and pride that all fathers have toward their children. Mike whisked Jason up, kissed him and told him how much he loved him.

Then it happened. Mike told me, "It was like God spoke right there in my heart. He said, 'You know how you feel about Jason, Mike? That's how I feel about you.'"

Mike stared at me, his cheek trembling. "I broke up right there," he said, his voice tender. "God really does love me. In spite of everything! And now it'll never end."

Some might ask, "Does God really answer prayers like that?" Just look at the Bible, Jesus, the world, yourself, your loved ones, and so much more. Is any of that convincing?

Application: When you need God’s guidance, expect him to answer no matter what.

Mark Littleton

Green Mts. Review Summer Flash Fiction Contest

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 01:53:33 +0100

Green Mountains Review Summer Flash Fiction Contest

http://greenmountainsreview.com/?p=2354

Entries must be received by July 10

Green Mountains Review, in collaboration with the Brattleboro Literary Festival, seeks submissions of unpublished flash fiction up to 1,000 words. The entries will be judged by the editorial staff of Green Mountains Review. The winner will be published in GMR's fall 2013 issue and will have the opportunity to read at the Brattleboro Literary Festival on October 5, 2013, in Brattleboro, Vermont. All submissions will be considered for publication. Submit through their online form. Maximum 3 entries per person. No entry fee.

from: www.winningwriters.com

White County Writers Annual Contest

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 13:45:40 +0100

White County Writers Annual Contest http://whitecountycreativewriters.org/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderfiles/2013contestregulations.pdf

Contest fees of $5.00 for the first entry and $3.00 for each additional entry thereafter must be mailed on or before July 25, 2013

Contests #1 & #2 - 1st place, $50.00/2nd place, $30.00/3rd place, $20.00. Remaining contests - 1st place - $25.00/2nd place - $15.00/3rd place - $10.00. #3 also awards $5 to 3 HMs. HMs awarded at judges' discretion.

Categories include: Children’s Story up to 800 words, Short Fiction up to 1500 words, Haiku Sequence, Short Story set before 1970, Magical Mash-Up up to 2500 words, Humor Story up to 1500 words, Humor Story up to 2500 words, Ghost Story up to 250 words, Personal Essay up to 1000 words, Poetry up to 50 lines, Poetry up to 40 lines.

Koehler Books

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:32:07 +0100

Koehler Books
http://www.koehlerbooks.com

We are the fiction Imprint of Morgan James Publishing, specializing in historical, contemporary, Christian and young adult, as well as some non-fiction.

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Dream Quest One Poetry and Writing Contest Summer 2013

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:13:52 +0100

Dream Quest One Poetry and Writing Contest Summer 2013

http://www.dreamquestone.com

Postmark deadline: July 31, 2013

This poetry contest and writing contest is open to everyone and international. We are excited about showcasing the creative writing and poetic talent, skill and ability of all poets and writers. We hope that you have inspiration to display the beauty and art of writing short stories and poems for the entire world to see your "gift of a dream."

Writing Contest entries may be written on a maximum of (5) pages, either neatly handwritten or typed, single or double line spacing, on any subject or theme.

Poetry Contest entries may be written on any subject or theme. All poems must be 30 lines or fewer and either neatly handwritten or typed, single or double line spacing.

Poetry Contest Prizes: $250, $125, $50 Writing Contest Prizes: $500, $250, $100

There is a $10.00 (US dollars) entry fee per short story submitted and a $5.00 (US dollars) entry fee per poem submitted.

Please read the "Official Rules" for complete guidelines.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Multitasking Mom's Survival Guide

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 16:38:38 +0100

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Multitasking Mom’s Survival Guide

http://www.chickensoup.com

Moms are the busiest people in the world! They juggle kids, husbands, jobs, housework, paid work, volunteer work, parents, pets, etc. How do they do it? Sometimes they are successful and get everything done. Sometimes... disasters happen! Busy moms - here is your chance to pass along your words of wisdom, your lessons learned, your funny or embarrassing moments. Pretend you're talking to a friend and share your wonderful stories with other busy moms. The deadline for story and poem submissions is July 31, 2013.

Stories up to 1200 words. Payment is $200 plus 10 books.

Hallmark Cards: Wedded Blisses & Baby Kisses Card Contest

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 16:32:21 +0100

Hallmark Cards Wedded Blisses & Baby Kisses Card Contest

http://www.hallmarkcontest.com/page/CONTESTS/contest/WeddedBlissesandBabyKisses

Weddings, anniversaries, babies—love is everywhere! Use a photo or illustration and your original writing to create a card that celebrates a wedding, anniversary, or baby. Entries can be sweet, silly, or funny.

1) Wedding - Create a card that celebrates a wedding, engagement, or shower.

2) Anniversary - Create a card for an anniversary, either yours or another couple’s.

3) Baby - Create a card to celebrate a new baby. It can be for a baby girl, boy, or appropriate for either gender—your choice!

Visit our tips page and for more inspiration.

SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED: May 27 - June 16

WINNERS CONTACTED: June

WINNERS ANNOUNCED & BUY ONLINE: October 2013

BUY IN STORES: July 2014

League of Minnesota Poets Annual Contest

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:47:38 +0100

League of Minnesota Poets Annual Contest

http://www.mnpoets.com/sites/default/files/LOMP_2013__Contest_Brochure__FINAL.pdf

20 categories to enter. Entry fees $1 - $2. Prizes $10 - $125

Deadline: July 31, 2013

Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 12:53:38 +0100

Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas

http://lighthousepublishingofthecarolinas.com

Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas is an ACFW approved, traditional, royalty-paying book publisher. (We are NOT a subsidy publisher.) We have one standard for judging a work: Is it biblical? Not biblical as in preaching or teaching, but rather could the story, scenes, and theme be overlaid with Old and New Testament narratives? Our characters dance, go to the bathroom, drink, celebrate at parties, and live an abundant life, just like the characters in Scripture. When our books project an agenda (and all stories have an agenda), they point to the goodness of God and his unfailing love, a love that is expressed most often through the lives of others. We believe there is a large market for these types of stories.

from: www.fundsforwriters.com