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January Flash Fiction Contest

Details

Deadline:Feb 15, 2009
Fee:Free

We love flash fiction: it's fast, it's fun, and it forces you to get really creative. So guess what? This month's contest is all about flash fiction, and the theme is "the forest." Easy as that! Submit a piece of fiction under 1000 words featuring a nice green and foresty theme and show us what you've got!

Winning entries

Winners have been announced! Log in to see them.

Prizes

1st prize:$50 Amazon.com gift card
2nd prize:$25 Amazon.com gift card

Rules

  • Your entry must be an original piece of flash fiction under 1000 words prominently featuring the theme "the forest."

  • Entries must be received by February 15, 2009, and winners will be announced by March 1, 2009. Scribophile staff reserves the right to disqualify any contest entry for any reason and to change the terms of the contest for any reason.

  • Entries will be judged by the Scribophile staff, taking into consideration the ratings given by Scribophile members. Decisions are final.

  • Only one entry is allowed per member. Multiple entries will all be disqualified.

Submission guidelines

  • To enter the contest, post your work on Scribophile and tag it with "january09 contest" (without quotes). Your work will automatically be considered.

  • Email submissions will not be accepted.

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