The library is hosting writing contests this summer to go along with our summer reading theme “Find Your Voice.”  Read over the guidelines and submit starting June 1st.

Children

Age Groups:

 5-7 (250 Words)

 8-10 (500 Words)

11-14 (1000 Words)

Keep your creative juices flowing this summer by participating in our writing contest! The writing theme is “summer” and contest entries can embody this theme in any way the author chooses. Entries must be submitted via email to alice@fondulaclibrary.org. Winners will be chosen in each age group.  Please make sure submissions meet the requirements for that age range.  The deadline is 7-21-23.

Prizes will be awarded in each age group.

Submission Guidelines:

  • In the email, please use “Find Your Voice Writing Contest” in the subject line.
  • Attach submission as a document
  • Include name, age, and phone number of participant
  • Include a note indicating permission (or not) to share your writing.
  • Only original writings will be accepted.
  • Make sure to include the theme of “summer” in some way in your writing.
  • Write “The End” at the completion of your entry.
  • One entry per person.

Teens and Adults

Enter the library’s Flash Fiction Writing Contest for adults and teens! Our wonderful panel of judges will select two winning adult authors and two winning teen authors. All manuscripts must be 1000 words (or less) and a work of original fiction that uses the theme of “Find Your Voice,” which can be interpreted in any way the author chooses. All entries must be submitted to Jeremy at jeremy@fondulaclibrary.org by August 24, 2023. See below for specific guidelines.

Prizes (for each age category):

First Place: $50 Gift Card & Swag Bag
Second Place: Swag Bag

The four winning entrants will have their stories published on the library’s website and/or social media.

Submission Guidelines:

  • In the email, please write in the subject area: “FIND YOUR VOICE WRITING CONTEST.”
  • Attach your manuscript to the email in a .doc or .docx file.
  • Manuscript should be typed, double-spaced, with one-inch margins and in 12 pt. Times New Roman font.
  • Include your name and phone number in the message section, indicate teen or adult, and if you give permission to post your short story with your name (or if you want to be anonymous) if you win.
  • Only original materials may be entered.
  • Entries must be in good taste and refrain from profanity.
  • On the last page of your story, below the ending write: “THE END”
  • Limited to one entry per person.
  • Winners must be able to pick up prizes at Fondulac District Library.
  • Submission deadline is August 24, 2023.