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High School Writing Competition
High school students in North Carolina are encouraged to submit their creative writing for a chance to win a cash prize and read at the 24th annual Spring Literary Festival. To submit your work, click the button in the appropriate category below. Note: you may submit in one category only.
DEADLINE: March 9, 2025
Prize in Fiction
Submit a short story of up to 2000 words.
1st place - $250
2nd place - $100
3rd place - $50
Prize in Nonfiction
Submit a creative/literary essay of up to 2000 words.
1st place - $250
2nd place - $100
3rd place - $50
Prize in Poetry
Submit up to three poems.
1st place - $250
2nd place - $100
3rd place - $50
