Contests

One of my writing goals for February is to enter another contest. I know there are mixed feelings on contests, but most contests ask for the first 20-30 pages. They cost money, BUT you are guaranteed feedback on the first thing most editors are going to read if you submit. I think that’s invaluable. I don’t spend a lot of money on my writing, but I do earn some money doing content articles and save that money for my contest entries.

Also, there is a chance that an acquiring editor might look at your contest entry. Yes, you have to win and yes, that doesn’t mean they’ll request a full or even a partial, but it’s another chance.

So, right now, I am pro contest. Here are some of the ones I am considering:

Back of the Book Contest deadline 2/28 (just what would appear on the “back of the book” if it were published). Edited to add: this contest is FREE!

Wisconsin RWA Fabulous Five deadline 3/1 (and only the first 2500 words)

Dixie First Chapter deadline 3/1 (First Chapter)

3 thoughts on “Contests”

Nicole,

We hope you consider the Back of the Book contest – the final judge is Angela James, an acquiring editor from Carina Press!

Thanks for the mention and let us know which ones you decide to enter. 🙂
~Jenny Hansen

You’re welcome, Jenny. I actually edited this post to add a very important fact about the Back of the Book contest… It’s FREE! That was definitely a pushing factor in actually working on an entry and sending it in for me.