Open: August 1, 2010; Closes: October 30, 2010. Status Hat is a monthly online artszine, that also goes out to an email subscription list. Each month we explore a different theme, through art, writing and music by contributors from around the world. It is published by Status Hat Productions, an arts collaborative based in Charlottesville, VA, USA. We are accepting submissions for the first three issues of 2011, as of August 1, 2010:  The Hat...

The internationally respected Lorian Hemingway Short Story Competition, now in its 30th year, supports and encourages the efforts of emerging writers of short fiction. Our 2010 competition received 1,653 entries from the United States and throughout the world. Its final judge was Lorian Hemingway, whose books include the critically acclaimed memoir “Walk on Water.” The awards announcement took place Friday, July 23, during a...

Call for Submissions– “Sixteen Pimples… because awkward gave birth to cool” “Sixteen Pimples” is a new blog looking for submissions. Think about some of your most awkward middle and high school memories.  Which ones make you laugh today?  Submit then and now photos, plus any and all humorous stories from your teenage years, how they relate to the person you are today, and what you miss most from those...

Announcing the 1st annual Studio FourFiveZero writing contest open to writers of all ages and nationalities. We are seeking imaginative genre, as well as literary fiction written in English. Non-fiction on virtually any topic is also being considered in a separate category.  Currently accepting entries in the following categories:  Novella or Long Fiction- up to 25,000 words Short Fiction- up to 15,000 words Non-Fiction- up to 40,000 words...

At Mills & Boon, we believe that there’s a romance in everyone – and we want yours! Have you ever dreamed of becoming a published author and writing your way into readers’ hearts? Well, this is your chance! What is New Voices? On September 6, 2010 we launch a global search for fresh writing talent to join Mills & Boon’s galaxy of romantic fiction stars. A celebration of romance, New Voices will put entrants through their romantic...

Flash Fiction – Get to the point in 500 words or less. Subject is open, but no gore or pornography. Deadline for entry—submissions must be postmarked no later than September 30, 2010.  Entry fee: $10 for non-members, $8 for members (make sure your dues are current.) Maximum of three entries per person. Checks payable to: Missouri Writers’ Guild. Prizes: 1st place – $100, 2nd place – $50, 3rd place – $25. Three honorable...

International literary salon Naked Girls Reading (www.nakedgirlsreading.com) is looking for exceptional, “gut level” writing in the areas of Short Fiction, Poetry, Criticism and Erotica.  In November 2010, an array of famous Naked Girls will read finalists in every category and give away the Naked Girls Reading LITERARY HONORS in Chicago at a very special event. This HONORS includes a reader funded cash prize of at least $500 and...