Teen Summer Writing Contest: More Than Meets the Eye
Calling all young authors! We’re looking for teen writers to wow us with stories of deception and hidden depths! Finalists will receive a gift card and have their submissions added to the library’s permanent collection!
Submission Deadline: The contest will be accepting submissions from June 18 through to September 6. All submissions are to be emailed to hawkesj@nvdpl.ca by midnight on September 6th at the latest.
Contest Details:
- Genre: We accept anything: short stories, fanfiction, poetry, graphic novels, creative nonfiction, essay, etc. Just make sure it uses the theme: more than meets the eye!
- Content: Incorporate the theme: more than meets the eye. It can involve espionage, someone undercover, hidden codes, or just someone who gets underestimated…
- Length: Maximum 5,000 words.
- Format: Submissions must be submitted in MS Word or PDF formats. Please use standard margins, 12-point font, and double spacing.
- Judging: Entries will be read by a panel of librarians and local writers. Submissions will be judged on the following elements: incorporation of the theme, development of plot and characters, structure, creativity, and mechanics (spelling, grammar, etc.). 3 winners will be selected.
- Submissions: Only 1 entry per applicant will be considered.
- Age requirements: The contest is open to anyone going into grades 7 – 12.
- Prizes: First place: $25 gift card to local bookstore, Second place: $15 gift card to local bookstore, Third place: $10 gift card to local bookstore. First, second, and third place winners will have their work published and added to the library’s collection!
Questions?
Email hawkesj@nvdpl.ca.
