Five categories in the fiction, non-fiction and poetry fields, is open to all writers, both SAWG members and non-members. The postmark deadline for entry is October 1, 2009. Cash prizes are given in each category.
  • Fiction Categories:
    • Novel, first chapter, 5,000-word limit
    • Short story, 4,000-word limit
  • Non-fiction categories:
    • Essay (to include personal essay, editorial, travel writing, spiritual writing, article or humor) 2,500-word limit
    • Memoir, 2,500-word limit
  • Poetry category:
    • One to two poems equal one entry for fee purposes. Each poem will be judged individually. There is a 40-line limit per poem (including blank lines between verses), any style.
 
Prizes are $100, $50, and $25 for each category. Entry fee is $20 for nonmembers. Deadline: October 1, 2009.