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Here are some of our contests with cash prizes.
Halloween Poetry
For our Halloween poetry contest share a poem that somehow captures the fun, horror or excitement of Halloween. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline In 3 Days. Oct 31st
For our Halloween poetry contest share a poem that somehow captures the fun, horror or excitement of Halloween. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline In 3 Days. Oct 31st
Halloween Story
Write a horror or thriller story for our Halloween writing contest. The story should have a Halloween theme. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline In 3 Days. Oct 31st
Write a horror or thriller story for our Halloween writing contest. The story should have a Halloween theme. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.Deadline In 3 Days. Oct 31st
Share A Photo Poetry
Share a picture of something or someone that you love. Or perhaps a photo of something that you found on a trip or a hike. Write a poem about it. Post the photo along with the poem. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline In 9 Days. Nov 6th
Share a picture of something or someone that you love. Or perhaps a photo of something that you found on a trip or a hike. Write a poem about it. Post the photo along with the poem. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline In 9 Days. Nov 6th
Romance Writing Contest
Write a romance story. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline In 11 Days. Nov 8th
Write a romance story. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline In 11 Days. Nov 8th
20 Syllable Poem
Write a poem that has exactly 20 syllables. Any format. Cash Prize!
Deadline In 13 Days. Nov 10th
Write a poem that has exactly 20 syllables. Any format. Cash Prize!
Deadline In 13 Days. Nov 10th
Horror Writing Contest
Put your readers on edge or terrorize them for this horror writing contest. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline In 15 Days. Nov 12th
Put your readers on edge or terrorize them for this horror writing contest. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline In 15 Days. Nov 12th
3-6-9 Poem
This poem has three stanzas. Each stanza has three lines that follows the 3-6-9 syllable count. The first line has 3 syllables, the second line has 6 syllables and the last line 9 syllables. The subject can be anything. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline In 18 Days. Nov 15th
This poem has three stanzas. Each stanza has three lines that follows the 3-6-9 syllable count. The first line has 3 syllables, the second line has 6 syllables and the last line 9 syllables. The subject can be anything. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline In 18 Days. Nov 15th
5-7-5 Poetry Contest
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should only have three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline In 24 Days. Nov 21st
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should only have three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline In 24 Days. Nov 21st
Nonet Poetry Contest
Write a nine line poem for this poetry contest. The first line of your poem will have nine syllables. The second line has eight syllables and the third line has seven. This continues until your final line which has one syllable. Cash Prize!
Deadline In 29 Days. Nov 26th
Write a nine line poem for this poetry contest. The first line of your poem will have nine syllables. The second line has eight syllables and the third line has seven. This continues until your final line which has one syllable. Cash Prize!
Deadline In 29 Days. Nov 26th
Write A Book In A Month
Can you write a complete book in one month? That's the challenge of this writing contest. Write a book during this month. Complete it by the end of the month. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Nov 30th
Can you write a complete book in one month? That's the challenge of this writing contest. Write a book during this month. Complete it by the end of the month. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Nov 30th
Share A Story In A Poem
In this contest you are challenged to write a poem that tells a story and also rhymes. We've included examples of this type of poetry storytelling in the announcement. Cash Prize!
Deadline Dec 3rd
In this contest you are challenged to write a poem that tells a story and also rhymes. We've included examples of this type of poetry storytelling in the announcement. Cash Prize!
Deadline Dec 3rd
Faith Flash
Write what faith means to you. How faith impacts your life. What God means to you. This is flash! So share it with exactly 300 words. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Dec 9th
Write what faith means to you. How faith impacts your life. What God means to you. This is flash! So share it with exactly 300 words. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Dec 9th
2-4-2 Poetry
Write a 2-4-2 syllable poem. It has three lines. The first line has 2 syllables, the second line has 4 syllables and the last line 2 syllables. The subject can be anything. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Dec 11th
Write a 2-4-2 syllable poem. It has three lines. The first line has 2 syllables, the second line has 4 syllables and the last line 2 syllables. The subject can be anything. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Dec 11th
True Story Contest
Share a memory from your life. Share a moment, an object, a feeling, etc. This does not have to be a profound memory, but should allow readers insight into your feelings, observations and/or thoughts. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Dec 15th
Share a memory from your life. Share a moment, an object, a feeling, etc. This does not have to be a profound memory, but should allow readers insight into your feelings, observations and/or thoughts. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Dec 15th
Free Form Poetry Contest
Write a free verse poem. This is a method of writing poetry that does not follow any structure or style. See an example and details in the announcement. Cash Prize!
Deadline Dec 18th
Write a free verse poem. This is a method of writing poetry that does not follow any structure or style. See an example and details in the announcement. Cash Prize!
Deadline Dec 18th
5-7-5 Poetry Contest
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should have only three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Dec 31st
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should have only three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Dec 31st
Dialogue Only Writing Contest
Write a story using only dialogue. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Jan 5th
Write a story using only dialogue. The winner takes away a cash prize.Deadline Jan 5th
Acrostic Poetry Contest
Write an acrostic poem. An acrostic poem is a poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word. View an example in the announcement. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Jan 9th
Write an acrostic poem. An acrostic poem is a poem where the first letter of each line spells out a word. View an example in the announcement. Cash prize for the winning entry.Deadline Jan 9th
Newbie Flash Fiction
New to FanStory? This contest is for you! Write a story that uses exactly 100 words. Title does not count towards the word count. Write about anything with 100 words. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Jan 13th
New to FanStory? This contest is for you! Write a story that uses exactly 100 words. Title does not count towards the word count. Write about anything with 100 words. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Jan 13th
Sonnet Poetry Contest
Just like Shakespeare did, discover the rhythm and rhyme scheme of the Shakespearean sonnet. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Jan 14th
Just like Shakespeare did, discover the rhythm and rhyme scheme of the Shakespearean sonnet. Cash prize for the winning entry.Deadline Jan 14th
Nonfiction Writing Contest
We are looking for personal essays, memoirs, and works of literary non-fiction. It can be spiritual, political, or funny. Creative approaches welcomed. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Jan 20th
We are looking for personal essays, memoirs, and works of literary non-fiction. It can be spiritual, political, or funny. Creative approaches welcomed. Cash prize to the winner.Deadline Jan 20th
Lune Poetry Contest
A Lune poem is a short and fun poetry form with only three lines. View the contest announcement for an example. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Jan 23rd
A Lune poem is a short and fun poetry form with only three lines. View the contest announcement for an example. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Jan 23rd
My Worst Fear Writing Contest
Write about the worst fear that you've ever faced. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Jan 26th
Write about the worst fear that you've ever faced. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Jan 26th
Minute Poetry Contest
Write a Minute poem for this contest. A fun poem to write. It follows the "8,4,4,4" syllable count structure. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jan 29th
Write a Minute poem for this contest. A fun poem to write. It follows the "8,4,4,4" syllable count structure. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jan 29th
100 Word Flash Fiction
Write a flash fiction story on any topic that uses exactly 100 words. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jan 31st
Write a flash fiction story on any topic that uses exactly 100 words. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jan 31st
5-7-5 Poem
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should only have three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Feb 5th
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should only have three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Feb 5th
Emotions Poetry Contest
Pick an emotion and write a poem of any type. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Feb 12th
Pick an emotion and write a poem of any type. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Feb 12th
Two Line Poem
Write an essence poem. This is a poem of two lines with six syllables per line, each containing an internal rhyme and an ending rhyme. See the announcement for an example. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Feb 18th
Write an essence poem. This is a poem of two lines with six syllables per line, each containing an internal rhyme and an ending rhyme. See the announcement for an example. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Feb 18th
5-7-5 Poetry Contest
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should only have three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Feb 25th
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should only have three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Feb 25th
Four Line Poem
Write a four line poem that has a specific syllable count. The first line has 1 syllable, the second line has 5 syllables, the third line has 5 syllables, and the last line 9 syllables. The subject can be anything. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Feb 28th
Write a four line poem that has a specific syllable count. The first line has 1 syllable, the second line has 5 syllables, the third line has 5 syllables, and the last line 9 syllables. The subject can be anything. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Feb 28th
15 Syllable Poem
For this contest you are to write a short poem. The poem should have exactly 15 syllables. You can structure it anyway you choose. But the total syllable count for the completed poem must have exactly 15 syllables total. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Mar 11th
For this contest you are to write a short poem. The poem should have exactly 15 syllables. You can structure it anyway you choose. But the total syllable count for the completed poem must have exactly 15 syllables total. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Mar 11th
Write A Screenplay
A screenplay can bring a scene alive with just a little direction and words. Now is your chance to write your own script. Can be for TV, movies or the theater. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Mar 14th
A screenplay can bring a scene alive with just a little direction and words. Now is your chance to write your own script. Can be for TV, movies or the theater. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline Mar 14th
Betrayal Poetry Contest
Write a poem in any form or style with betrayal as the central theme. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Mar 28th
Write a poem in any form or style with betrayal as the central theme. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Mar 28th
This Sentence Starts The Story
Write a story that starts with this sentence: Let me tell you about my day. Cash Prize!
Deadline Apr 2nd
Write a story that starts with this sentence: Let me tell you about my day. Cash Prize!
Deadline Apr 2nd
Tanka Poetry Contest
For this contest you are challenged to write a Tanka poem. Tanka is a five line poem that follows a specific syllable count. See the announcement for an example. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Apr 6th
For this contest you are challenged to write a Tanka poem. Tanka is a five line poem that follows a specific syllable count. See the announcement for an example. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Apr 6th
Free Verse Love Poem
Write a free verse love poem. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Apr 12th
Write a free verse love poem. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Apr 12th
Free Verse Poem
Write a free verse poem. This is a method of writing poetry that does not follow any structure or style. See an example and details in the announcement. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Apr 16th
Write a free verse poem. This is a method of writing poetry that does not follow any structure or style. See an example and details in the announcement. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Apr 16th
My Faith Poetry
Share a poem that is about your faith or how faith has impacted your life. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Apr 22nd
Share a poem that is about your faith or how faith has impacted your life. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Apr 22nd
True Story Flash
Write a non-fiction story on any topic that uses exactly 100 words. Cash Prize!
Deadline Apr 28th
Write a non-fiction story on any topic that uses exactly 100 words. Cash Prize!
Deadline Apr 28th
3 Line Poetry Contest
Write a poem that has three lines and a syllable count of either 5-7-5 or 5-7-7. The poem must address a loved one. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline May 3rd
Write a poem that has three lines and a syllable count of either 5-7-5 or 5-7-7. The poem must address a loved one. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline May 3rd
ABC Poetry Contest
For this contest you are challenged to write an ABC poem. ABC poetry has five lines and often is used to express feelings. See the announcement for an example. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline May 6th
For this contest you are challenged to write an ABC poem. ABC poetry has five lines and often is used to express feelings. See the announcement for an example. Cash prize for the winning entry.Deadline May 6th
I'm Gonna Rant
Got something that bugs you? It is your turn to rant! This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline May 10th
Got something that bugs you? It is your turn to rant! This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline May 10th
5 Line Poem
Write a five-lined poem that has a specific syllable count to enter this contest. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline May 14th
Write a five-lined poem that has a specific syllable count to enter this contest. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline May 14th
Temptation Poetry Contest
Write a poem of any style or length that deals with any aspect of the topic temptation. Cash Prize!
Deadline May 20th
Write a poem of any style or length that deals with any aspect of the topic temptation. Cash Prize!
Deadline May 20th
Poem For A Child
Can you write a poem that brings a smile to a child? Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline May 25th
Can you write a poem that brings a smile to a child? Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline May 25th
Faith Poetry Contest
The theme for this poetry contest is 'faith'. We are looking for poems that in some way pertain to this theme. It doesn't matter if it's spiritual, political, intellectual or emotional as long as faith is clearly represented. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline May 30th
The theme for this poetry contest is 'faith'. We are looking for poems that in some way pertain to this theme. It doesn't matter if it's spiritual, political, intellectual or emotional as long as faith is clearly represented. The winner takes away a cash prize.
Deadline May 30th
Dribble Flash Fiction
Write a story on any topic that uses 50 words. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Jun 2nd
Write a story on any topic that uses 50 words. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Jun 2nd
Dear God
Write to God expressing your most pressing concerns and/or questions believing with all your heart and soul, that He will receive, read and answer you. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Jun 5th
Write to God expressing your most pressing concerns and/or questions believing with all your heart and soul, that He will receive, read and answer you. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Jun 5th
Free Verse Poetry Contest
Write a free verse poem. This is a method of writing poetry that does not follow any structure or style. See an example and details in the announcement. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Jun 8th
Write a free verse poem. This is a method of writing poetry that does not follow any structure or style. See an example and details in the announcement. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Jun 8th
Sci Fi or Fantasy Writing Contest
Write a science fiction or fantasy story. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Jun 12th
Write a science fiction or fantasy story. Cash prize for the winning entry.
Deadline Jun 12th
Love Poem Poetry Contest
Write a love poem. Your love poem can be fictional or non-fictional. It can be a humorous or a serious love poem. The choice is yours. This contest has a cash prize.
Deadline Jun 15th
Write a love poem. Your love poem can be fictional or non-fictional. It can be a humorous or a serious love poem. The choice is yours. This contest has a cash prize.Deadline Jun 15th
Write about an event in your life. Share your story. Cash Prize!
Lonely Poem
Write a free verse poem to express the state of loneliness in not more than 15 lines. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jun 24th
Write a free verse poem to express the state of loneliness in not more than 15 lines. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jun 24th
Cinquain Poetry
A cinquain poem is a five line poem that follows a specific format. Read the announcement for a sample poem. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Jun 30th
A cinquain poem is a five line poem that follows a specific format. Read the announcement for a sample poem. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Jun 30th
No Rules Poetry Contest
No rules! Write any type of poem from rhyming to free form. You decide how to write your poem. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Jul 14th
No rules! Write any type of poem from rhyming to free form. You decide how to write your poem. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Jul 14th
One Line Poem
Write a monostich poem which is a poem that is only one line. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jul 20th
Write a monostich poem which is a poem that is only one line. Cash Prize!
Deadline Jul 20th
Write A Rant
Got something that bugs you? It is your turn to rant! Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Jul 22nd
Got something that bugs you? It is your turn to rant! Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Jul 22nd
3 Line Poetry Contest
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should only have three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Jul 25th
For this contest you are to write a short poem. It should only have three lines. But the structure is that of a Haiku. The first line has 5 syllables. The second line has 7 syllables. The third line has 5 syllables again. Write about anything. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Jul 25th
Loop Poetry Contest
A fun poetry type that requires you to use the last word of each sentence as the starting word of the next sentence. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Aug 3rd
A fun poetry type that requires you to use the last word of each sentence as the starting word of the next sentence. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Aug 3rd
Rhyming Poem
Write a poem of any type that has a rhyme scheme. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Aug 7th
Write a poem of any type that has a rhyme scheme. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Aug 7th
A First Book Chapter
For this contest share the first chapter of your novel. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Aug 9th
For this contest share the first chapter of your novel. Enter for your chance at the cash prize.
Deadline Aug 9th
16 Words or Less Poem
Write a poem with twelve words or less. Your poem must be concise and have impact. Can you do it? Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Aug 12th
Write a poem with twelve words or less. Your poem must be concise and have impact. Can you do it? Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Aug 12th
Haiku Poetry Contest
Write a 5-7-5 poem for this contest for new members to the site. A 5-7-5 poem is a three line poem. The first line has five syllables. The second line has seven. The third line has five again. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Aug 16th
Write a 5-7-5 poem for this contest for new members to the site. A 5-7-5 poem is a three line poem. The first line has five syllables. The second line has seven. The third line has five again. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Aug 16th
Free Form Poem
Free form is a method of writing poetry, which does not essentially follow any structure or style. Topic is on open. Share your best free form for this poetry contest. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Aug 20th
Free form is a method of writing poetry, which does not essentially follow any structure or style. Topic is on open. Share your best free form for this poetry contest. Cash prize to the winner.
Deadline Aug 20th
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