Randolph Writers' Short Story Contest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

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DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR THE RANDOLPH WRITERS SHORT STORY CONTEST 

 Entries accepted until September 4th 2010.

The Randolph Writers, a group of local writers sponsored by the Randolph Arts Guild, is accepting submissions for their yearly contest.  Works of fiction—1000 words or less—are eligible.  The contest is open to all legal residents of NC with the exception of current members of Randolph Writers and winners of last years contest.

 

Winners will be awarded in two categories: Adults, age 17 and up. Youth, ages 12-16.

 Cash prizes awarded in each category as follows:

 First place      $75.00,

 Second place $50.00,

Third Place     $25.00

Current members of the Randolph Writers will be the sole and final judges. 

 

Submissions:

Mail your entry to: Randolph Writers c/o Randolph Arts Guild P.O. Box 1033 Asheboro, NC 27204-1033.  Entry fee is $15.00

 

  1. Multiple entries are allowed, but a separate fee of $15.00 must accompany each.
  2.  Checks should be made payable to Randolph Writers.
  3. The author’s name must NOT appear on the manuscript. Entries must be original and unpublished.
  4. Submit two copies of each entry in the following format:
  • Word count—1000 words or less
  •  Double-spaced
  •  1” margins
  • 12 pt. Times New Roman.
  1. Title and word count must appear in the upper left on first page of manuscript.
  2. Enclose a 3 x 5 card with Title of your story, author’s name, address, phone number, e-mail address, and age category.
  3. Enclose a SASE with adequate postage if you would like a List of Winners!
  4. Entry Fees are non-refundable.

 

Deadline for Submissions: September 4 2010.

  1. Failure to comply with all rules may be cause for disqualification.
  2. Winners are at the total discretion of the judges.  
  3. Winners will be notified by phone and/or email on or before the week of September 12, 2010.

 

Reception:

Randolph Writers will award prizes at a reception held in the Arlene Smith Room at the Asheboro Public Library, 123 Sunset Ave, Asheboro, NC. Date to be announced.