Event Details
The Screw Turn Flash Fiction Competition, for fiction (up to 1,000 words) incorporating a supernatural or magic realism theme or element, is open to submissions. Ghost stories are welcome, but submissions
Event Details
The Screw Turn Flash Fiction Competition, for fiction (up to 1,000 words) incorporating a supernatural or magic realism theme or element, is open to submissions.
Ghost stories are welcome, but submissions may involve any paranormal or supernatural theme, as well as magic realism.
The winner receives $1,000 and publication on The Ghost Story website. Two honorable mentions each receive $300 plus publication.
The Ghost Story acquires First Rights (online and print) to the winning and honorable mention stories in the competition. Following publication on their website, authors are free to resell/republish their pieces elsewhere.
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.
Sudowrite
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