writing competition fundraiser

Submissions accepted june 15 - august 15

Writing is a cornerstone of the arts and we want to celebrate your unique perspectives with a new writing competition! The “Writing Magic” contest will offer prizes for youth and adult categories in fiction, poetry, and non-fiction.

The entry fee is $20 for adults (21+) & $10 for youth (ages 15-20). Links to submit pieces will be available starting June 15.

This is a fundraiser that will support children’s programs for the Washington County Public Library system.

SPONSORS

Sponsorship Information now Available! Help Support this Fundraiser AND gain visibility for your business! click the QR code for more info.

Writing Magic Competition Guidelines - YOUTH

Youth categories are 15-20 years old.

  1. Entries must be 1000 words or less; poetry is maximum 50 lines.

  2. The theme is "Writing Magic," with magic as interpreted by the writer.

  3. No AI should be used in submissions.

  4. Submission should be original work and not previously published.  

  5. Multiple entries are allowed, but each entry must have an entry fee.

  6. Entry fee is $10 non-refundable.

  7. Submissions will be accepted from June 15 - August 15, 2025.

  8. Entries will be blind judged.

  9. Top Three finalists will be notified by October 31, 2025.

  10. Prize Money is as follows: $25 - 3rd, $50 - 2nd; $100 - 1st

  11. All judges decisions are final and no feedback will be provided.

Writing Magic Competition Guidelines - ADULT

Adult categories are open to anyone 21+ years old.

  1. Entries must be 1000 words or less.

  2. The theme is "Writing Magic," with magic as interpreted by the writer.

  3. No AI should be used in submissions.

  4. Submission should be original work and not previously published.

  5. Multiple entries are allowed, but each entry must have an entry fee

  6. Entry fee is $20 non-refundable.

  7. Entries will be blind judged.

  8. Submissions will be accepted June 15 -  August 15, 2025.

  9. Top Three finalists will be notified by October 31, 2025.

  10. Prize Money is as follows: $25 - 3rd, $50 - 2nd; $100 - 1st

  11. All judges decisions are final and no feedback will be provided.