Boarding School Romance Writing Contest 2025

Looking for one of the top writing contests for 2025? Enter Inkitt’s Boarding School Romance Writing Contest — a free writing contest that could transform your life. Entries must include Romance as a genre and feature soccer as a central theme

Entry is free.

No maximum word limit. Must be original and written in English. Previously completed stories and ongoing stories are allowed.

Winners will be chosen based on popularity and binge-ability. Winners will be announced within 3 weeks of the contest deadline on Inkitt’s Instagram and on the Inkitt Winners Page.

Prizes:

• $500 USD cash prize
• Publishing offer with Galatea Stories
• Book reviewed for possible CandyJar movie adaptation
• 1 year of Galatea Unlimited
• Inkitt VIP Badge
• Instagram feature on @inkittbooks

Is this competition legit?YES! – Based on our research this event is legitimate and the organizer is well established. However, as with any event, please remember to do your own research before submitting your work.

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