2011 Professional Writers of Prescott Writing Contest
Fiction, Non-fiction & Poetry
Entry Rules
Prizes: The following prizes will be awarded in each category: First place, $100, second place $50, third place $25. Winners will be announced by September 30th. The names will be published in the PWP newsletter and on the PWP website, as well in general publicity and media. Winners will also be invited to read their entries at the November PWP meeting in Prescott, AZ.
Entries must be original writing that has never been published in any format including the Internet, i.e. blogs, social media or any forms. No erotica or children’s stories. Past winning entries of this contest are not eligible. When multiple entries are submitted in any one category, only the top finishing entry will receive a monetary award.
Fiction and non-fiction entries are not to exceed 3,000 words. Works in excess of 3,000 words will be disqualified. Word count must appear on the first page of the manuscript. Poetry must not exceed 5 poems with a five page total per entry.
An entry fee of $10 must accompany each entry. Make checks or money orders payable to Professional Writers of Prescott. Credit cards not accepted.
Format: Fiction and non-fiction manuscripts must be double-spaced. All entries including poetry must be typed with one-inch margins using standard 12 point typefaces such as Times New Roman or Courier. The header on every page must contain only the title and the page number. Do NOT use the author’s name anywhere on the manuscript. Names should only appear on the contest entry form.
Three copies of the manuscript must be submitted. Include SASE (self addressed stamped envelope) in order to have your manuscript returned or to find out the results of the contest. Be sure to use sufficient postage for return mail.
Manuscripts should be mailed to either:
Tara Fort
1054 Apache Drive
Prescott, AZ 86303
(928) 458-9303
tarafort@cableone.net
Nancy M. Turcich
1810 Foothill Drive
Prescott, AZ 86303
(928) 717-1251
bez@naturalmassagetherapy.com
Deadline: Entries must be postmarked on or before Tuesday, May 31, 2011. Winners will be announced by September 30, 2011.
Fill out the entry form below and send a copy with each entry.
