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If youve wanted to publish a book for as long as you can remember, i can help. Browse our big list of international writing competitions and contests. If youre a teen, theres a special category of teen writing contests just for you. New souths contest is open to writers who have not yet published more than one book of prose or poetry chapbooks are fine. Another great place to find contests here at writing. On this page, youll find the webs best and most updated selection of writing contests. Amazon novel writing contest writing contests at writersviews. Wfnb writing competition wfnb writing competition offers prizes in seven categories.
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