Description:
Family Circle wants to help you become a better writer! Submit an original fictional short story of 2,500 words or less for the chance to win cash, publication in Family Circle, and gift certificates for online writing classes in the Family Circle 2007 Fiction Contest.
Category:
Creative contests, writing contests, cash sweepstakes, other sweepstakes.
Eligibility:
U.S. 21+
End Date:
August 31, 2007
Entry Frequency:
Maximum of two entries. Each entry must be a separate short story. One prize per household.
Sweepstakes Prizes:
Grand Prize: $750 cash, gift certificate to a writing class at MediaBistro.com, Mediabistro AvantGuild membership for one year, and the possibility of publication in Family Circle. (ARV: $1409)
Runners-Up Prizes (2): $250 cash, a one year Mediabistro.com AvantGuild membership, and the chance to be published in Family Circle (ARV: $299 each).
Runners-Up Prizes (2): $250 cash, a one year Mediabistro.com AvantGuild membership, and the chance to be published in Family Circle (ARV: $299 each).
Additional Comments:
Submissions will be judged on the basis of sustained writing ability, creativity, originality, and excellence.

