Poetry and play monologues wanted from students 12 to 19 years old from Dec 1, 2024. Entries must be original, unpublished works in English. Authors of selected works receive $50 Amazon E-card and publication in Kinsman Quarterly. One student will be selected each seasonal quarter. A student school ID or report card is required for entry.
Ongoing submissions.
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TEENQUILL
WRITING CONTEST
Poetry and prose wanted of authors of the Asian Diaspora (preferred). Entries must be original, unpublished works in English, highlighting Asian cultures. Winners receive up to $500 USD and publication within the Winds of Asia anthology. Open submissions are adjusted to Sep 1 – Feb 28, 2025. No entry fee required.
Native Voices Award 2025
Open until April 30, 2025
Indigenous storytellers from Native American, First Nations, Australian, Polynesian, and Southeast Asian communities, especially those historically colonized, are invited to submit an original, unpublished work in English. Accepted genres include short story, flash fiction, nonfiction essay, script, or poetry. Prizes up to $500 USD. No entry fee is required. The deadline is April 30, 2025. Submissions should feature Indigenous themes rich in cultural depth. Winning submissions will be featured in Kinsman Quarterly, on its social media sites, and in printed promotions. They will also be published in the upcoming anthology, Native Voices, Vol. 2.
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