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(1) Write a poem, thirty lines or fewer on any subject or style, single or double line spacing, neatly hand printed or typed. And/or (2) Write a short story five pages maximum length, single or double line spacing, on any subject or theme, fiction or non-fiction or creative nonfiction (including essay compositions, screenwriting, diary and journal entries), neatly hand printed or typed. Multiple poem and short story contest entries are accepted.

Deadline: SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

All contest winners will be published on October 31, 2021

Prizes:

Writing First Prize is $500. Second Prize is $250. Third Prize $100.

Poetry First Prize is $250. Second Prize is $125. Third Prize is $50.

Entry fees: $10 per story / $5 per poem.

To send entries by mail: Include title, name, address, phone, email, and brief biographical info. (Tell us a little about yourself) on the coversheet, add a self-addressed stamped envelope for entry confirmation. Fees payable to: “DREAMQUESTONE.COM”

Mail to: Dream Quest One

Poetry & Writing Contest

P.O. Box 3141

Chicago, IL 60654

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