Contests are a great way to sharpen your submission skills, stretch your imagination, and get your work out in the world. That’s why the Institute runs adult and kidlit writing contests throughout the year. Each contest culminates in a Winners Workshop where we announce the winners and critique the winning entries to help all entrants improve their skills. Plus, each contest has cash prizes for the top five entries. Check out our contests below.
What’s not to love about fall? Your mission is to write a fall-themed poem for kids. It can be funny, lyrical, thoughtful, or entertaining! No matter the tone, it should speak to kids.
Are you ready to try your hand at this plot-driven, action-packed genre? Start honing your skills now for the IFW Thriller Synopsis and First Pages contest. Check back here this fall for details and submission guidelines.
Is your family funny? This contest will be your chance to share a story about your family that will have us giggling, guffawing, and falling off our chairs.
Following each writing contest, we hold a live workshop to announce the winners. The contest judge will reveal tips for writing in the contest genre and critique the winning entries sharing why they worked—and how they could be even better. To learn more about our next workshop, sign up below.
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