The International Amy MacRae Award for Memoir

The International Amy MacRae Award for Memoir is given to an exceptional work of memoir writing. The contest was created in celebration of the life of the Amy MacRae and in support of her living legacy to improve the outcomes of women with ovarian cancer.

Writers anywhere in the world are invited to enter. Submissions must be no longer than 2000 words. There is no minimum word count requirement.

Work that has already been published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere is not eligible for consideration. This includes online publications.

The winner will be interviewed and the winning story published on Alison Wearing’s website and featured in the Memoir Writing Ink course. The winner will receive a cash prize of CA$1,000.

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.

ProWritingAid
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