Are you ready for your work to be discovered? Don’t miss this once-a-year window of opportunity. In addition to the recognition that can open doors in the publishing world, the Grand Prize winner of the SFWC Writing Contest will receive $500 and a 15-minute in-person meeting at the conference (or a scheduled telephone call) with a literary agent. First place winners in each category will receive checks for $100.
You may enter the contest in the following categories:
- Adult Fiction
- Adult Nonfiction
- Poetry
- Children’s/YA Books
Entries can be up to 1500 words in length (or less) and may have been self-published or not-yet published, but not traditionally published. Entering is easy: Just complete the form online and upload your story or poem. If you must use snail mail, instructions are online.
Entries must be received by January 8, 2016. Finalists will be announced on the SFWC website after January 26, 2016 and the winners will be announced on stage during lunch on Friday, February 12 at the Conference.
The fee is $35 per entry. The rules and entry form can be found at SFWriters.
Questions? Contact Laurie McLean at SFWritingContest@gmail.com.
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One of my favorite things about BAIPA is its culture of generosity, the willingness — even eagerness — to share what we have each learned in the process of bringing stories to life. We provide educational programs, networking, marketing opportunities, encouragement, and information on industry vendors and services. And lots of one-on-one advice and mentoring.
We welcome all who have an interest in making connections within the world of independent publishing and learning more about how to publish and sell their work successfully. Together we are raising the standard of independent publishing and helping our members thrive.
Do join us!
—Becky Parker Geist, BAIPA Board of Directors, President
Quick Resources
Current BAIPA members do not need to register for our monthly meetings. The night before the meetings, they will receive the Zoom info. For workshop registration, currently, members get in free for all workshops and will receive the Zoom info the night before the meetings, as well as in the confirmation email.