November, 2025

Event Details
The Tadpole Press 100-Word Writing Contest is accepting submissions until November 30 2025. All ages. All genders. All nationalities. All writers welcome. You may enter pieces that are brand-new or have
Event Details
The Tadpole Press 100-Word Writing Contest is accepting submissions until November 30 2025.
All ages. All genders. All nationalities. All writers welcome. You may enter pieces that are brand-new or have been previously published elsewhere.
Prizes
- 1st place: $1,000 USD
- 2nd place: Publishing and marketing package with Compassiviste Publishing ($6,000 USD value)
- 3rd place: Manuscript assessment package with Compassiviste Publishing ($1,500-$3,000 USD value).
Winners will be announced at the Celebration of Words event as soon as possible after the contest deadline.
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.
FAQ
If you are curious how writing competitions work, or it’s your first time entering one, we recommend reading our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page first.
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