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Stainsby Festival National Poetry Festival
Stainsby Festival
Genres: Poetry
The inaugural National Poetry Competition at Stainsby Festival invites unpublished poems on any subject, with a maximum of 42 lines. Judged by Roger McGough, shortlisted poets will read their work at the festival. Winning poems may be published in the festival programme.
Top Prize:
A paid residency at the 2027 Stainsby Festival.
Additional prizes:
Three winning poems will be published online.
💰 Entry fee: $6
📅 Deadline: May 31, 2026 (Expired)
Dream Quest One Poetry Contest
Dream Quest One
Genres: Poetry
The Dream Quest One Poetry Contest is an international competition aimed at encouraging writers and poets to showcase their original works. The contest is open to all, regardless of experience, and accepts entries in various styles and themes. The mission is to inspire creativity and support literary talents.
Top Prize:
$250
Additional prizes:
Second Place: $125 Third Place: $50 Winners may also have their work published online.
💰 Entry fee: $5
📅 Deadline: April 06, 2025 (Expired)
"Write On!" Short Story Contest
Ann Arbor District Library
Genres: Children's
The 'Write On!' Short Story Contest is a writing competition for kids in grades 3-5, encouraging creativity and storytelling skills. Entries are submitted via email and winners are announced at an awards celebration.
Top Prize:
Winners will receive awards, with the top three writers in each grade recognized.
📅 Deadline: February 01, 2026 (Expired)
