PenFluenza Season 5: Short Story Writing Contest

PenFluenza Season 5 is a free short story contest hosted by WriteFluence, a publishing organisation that runs writing contests throughout the year. Every story must begin with the line “The door was open when I returned.”

Entries must be original, unpublished fiction in English, with a minimum of 1,500 words. Any genre is accepted. The set opening line must be the first sentence of the story. The contest is open to writers aged 16 and over from any country.

The top 20 winners receive publication on Amazon. The next 10 winners receive publication on the WriteFluence website. All winners receive a digital certificate and are featured across WriteFluence’s platforms.

Is this event legit?YES! – Based on our research this event is legitimate and the organizer is well established. However, as with any opportunity, please remember to do your own research before submitting your work. Check the organizer’s website and carefully read the terms and conditions!

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