NewPages September 2024 eLitPak
Creative Writing programs, writing contests, book prizes, virtual workshops and classes, & new books!
The NewPages eLitPak includes digital flyers from literary magazines, creative writing programs, writing conferences and events, and independent publishers. Discover calls for submissions, writing and book contests, application deadlines, upcoming events, new releases and issue announcements, and more.
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Reserve Now to Join Our Next eLitPak
Reserve your spot in an upcoming NewPages eLitPak. Reach our 6,000+ newsletter subscribers and have your flyer promoted on our blog and on our social media to our 30,000+ followers. Now accepting reservations for our October 2024 through September 2025 eLitPaks. Flyer order in the newsletter is based on order of reservations.
Tom Howard/Margaret Reid Poetry Contest - Last Call!
Deadline: October 1, 2024
Submit published or unpublished poems to the 22nd annual Tom Howard/Margaret Reid Poetry Contest sponsored by Winning Writers and co-sponsored by Duotrope. We will award $3,500 for the best poem in any style and $3,500 for the best poem that rhymes or has a traditional style. The top 12 poems will be published online. Final judge: Michal ‘MJ’ Jones. Fee: $22 for 1-3 poems. View flyer for more information and a link to submit.
The Colorado Authors League
The Colorado Authors League (CAL) supports and promotes its community of published writers while connecting with and adding value to the reading world. Formed in 1931, authors become members to: keep up with changes in the craft of writing, publishing, and marketing, gain greater visibility for their writing, join a group of like-minded people who love writing. View our flyer to see new releases by members and a link to our website.
Join Our Community of Writers! UNCG’s MFA Program Accepting Applications
Application deadline: December 15 (priority); January 15 (final)
UNC Greensboro’s MFA is a two-year residency program offering fully funded assistantships with stipends. Students work closely with faculty in one-on-one tutorials, developing their craft in a lifelong community of writers. UNCG offers courses in poetry, fiction, publishing, and creative nonfiction, plus teaching opportunities and editorial work for The Greensboro Review. Note our 12/15 priority consideration deadline! View our flyer for more information and a link to our website.
Todos Santos Writers Workshop: Come write with us this winter!
Registration Deadline: December 1, 2024
Based in the historic pueblo mágico of Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico, TSWW offers workshops for writers at all levels. Written works are read and critiqued in a supportive, participatory setting, with one-on-one mentoring sessions. Special events include guest speakers, craft discussions, and Fiesta Night featuring regional food and music. Discount for NewPages applicants before Oct 15. View flyer for a link to our website and to learn more.
Permafrost Book Prize in Fiction
Deadline: October 1, 2024
Permafrost is very happy to announce Pulitzer Finalist and Alaskan author Eowyn Ivey as the final judge for this annual contest. Submissions in fiction may include novels, short story collections, or novella collections. More info, including a link to submit, can be found on our flyer.
The 2024 Haiku Search is On Now!
Deadline: November 30, 2024
Haiku Crush's 4th annual international search for the best haiku is underway now! Entries for the 2024 search are now being accepted. $350 USD of honorariums will be awarded. Haiku Crush's panel of judges will give a top award of $150 to the best of the best! Up to 50 winners will be published in this year's anthology. Submit your four best haiku! View flyer for more info and a link to our website.
2025 Marvin Bell Memorial Poetry Prize
Deadline: November 1, 2024
December Magazine seeks submissions for the 2025 Marvin Bell Memorial Poetry Prize. Maggie Smith will Judge. Prizes: $1,500 & publication (winner); $500 & publication (honorable mention). All finalists will be published in the 2025 Spring/Summer Awards issue. Submit up to 3 poems per entry. $20 entry fee includes a copy of the awards issue. Submit September 1 to November 1, 2024. For more information and a link to our guidelines, please view our flyer.
50% Off First Online Poetry, Publishing, & Critique Workshops
Caesura Poetry Workshop aims to support, inspire, and energize poets and writers through a wide variety of affordable Zoom workshops hosted by award-winning poet, editor, teacher John Sibley Williams. Most workshops include poem analysis, active group discussion, and writing prompts. Some are even self-paced! Reference NewPages and get 50% off your first workshop. View flyer for more info and a link to our website. Register via email.
Low-Cost Classes and a 2025 DIY Publicity Cohort
Forest Avenue Press’s Liz Prato and Laura Stanfill are hosting two online classes in October about submissions and small presses. Each class costs $30. Forest Avenue is also beta testing a $100/month DIY Publicity Cohort for authors with 2025 books. See flyer on both programs which includes a link to sign up on our website.
National Indie Excellence Awards
Deadline: March 31, 2025
The National Indie Excellence© Awards (NIEA) are open to all English language printed books currently for sale including self-published authors, small to midsize independent publishers, and university presses. Now in our nineteenth year, NIEA is a proud champion of self and independent publishing and authors of all genres who produce books of excellence and distinction. View our flyer for more information and a link to submit.
Colorado Prize for Poetry Opens October 1, 2024
Deadline: January 14, 2025
$2,500 honorarium & book publication. Book-length poetry manuscripts accepted until January 14, 2025 (we observe a 5-day grace period). Final judge: Craig Morgan Teicher. $28 entry fee includes one-year subscription to Colorado Review. View our flyer for more information and a link to our complete guidelines. Questions? Please email us.