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Writer’s Digest Short Short Story Competition

The Writer’s Digest Short Short Story Competition is currently open for submissions. Stories must not exceed 1,500 words. The winner will receive $3,000, publication in Writer’s Digest, and a paid trip to the Writer’s Digest Conference in New York City. The second place winner will receive $1,500 and publication in Writer’s Digest. The third place winner will receive $500 and publication in Writer’s Digest. All three will also receive copies of the 15th Annual Writer’s Digest Short Short Story Competition Collection, the 2016 Novel & Short Story Writer’s Market, and the 2016 Guide to Literary Agents.

Early Bird Entry fee: $20; $25 after November 16, 2015

Early Bird Deadline: November 16, 2015; Final Deadline: December 14, 2015

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