Tadpole Press 100-Word Writing Contest

Tadpole Press aims to diversify literature and encourage diverse stories from all genres and from writers of all ages, genders, abilities, and countries. The Tadpole Press 100-Word Writing Contest invites everyone to submit a writing entry for a chance to win cash prizes.
Interested in the competition?
Tadpole Press 100-Word Writing Contest

Competition Overview

All individuals from around the world
Eligibility
$15 USD per entry.
Entry fee
April 30 and November 30
Submission deadline
Celebration of Work shortly after the contest deadline.
Results Announcement

Competition Details

1. Word Limit

100 words or less. 

2. Themes

Any genre, and any theme 

3. Entry Limit

No entry limit, but each entry requires its own entry fee. 

4. Prizes

1st place: $2,000 USD.

2nd place: Publishing and marketing package with Compassiviste Publishing ($6,000 USD value).

3rd place: Manuscript assessment package with Compassiviste Publishing ($1,500-$3,000 USD value).

4th place: Editing package with Tadpole Press ($1,450 USD value).

​5th place: Writing coaching package with Tadpole Press ($600 USD value).

6th-10th place: $100 USD.

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