The Faulkner Wisdom Creative Writing Contest recognizes new and unpublished work in various literary forms. Winners are celebrated at the annual “Happy Birthday, Mr. Faulkner” event in New Orleans.
Language and Arts | Writing and Journalism
Faulkner Wisdom Creative Writing Contest
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- Phone: (504) 491-8859
- Contact: faulkhouse@aol.com
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About the competition
Comp Info
- Estimated Ann. Participants: 300
- Cost: Entry fees range from $10 to $200 depending on the category and word count
- Estimated Time Commitment: Significant
- Participant Format: Individual
- Event Format: Online Asynchronous
- Competition Format: Original Submission
- Reach: International
- Event Size: Very Small
Participation Information
Writers submit unpublished works in categories such as novels, short stories, and essays. Submissions are done electronically, with an entry form and fee required by mail.
Open to unpublished writers globally. Manuscripts must be unpublished works.
Cash prizes up to $7,500, publication, and recognition for outstanding writing
Writers submit unpublished works in categories such as novels, short stories, and essays. Submissions are done electronically, with an entry form and fee required by mail.
1. Submit manuscripts. 2. Judges review in multiple rounds. 3. Winners announced at the Faulkner Society annual meeting.
Manuscripts, writing software
Based on creativity, literary merit, voice, and originality.
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