Chagword’s Writing Competition
“After nourishment, shelter and companionship, stories are the thing we need most in the world.”
Philip Pullman
The Chagword writing competition has just been launched, why not have a go? click here to download entry form.
Prizes
Adults (16+ years) 1st prize £50 2nd prize £30
12-15 years 1st prize £30 2nd prize £20
8-11 years 1st prize £20 2nd prize £15
7 & under 1st prize £10 2nd prize £5
Rules
- The maximum number of words allowed is 800, excluding the title. Entries of more than 800 words will not be judged.
- Your story must be original and not have been published before in any form.
- All entries will be judged anonymously which is why we ask you not to put your name on your story.
- The story has to be on the suggested theme.
- You can enter more than one story.
- Sorry, but we will be unable to return stories, so keep your own copy.
- Copyright stays with the author but Chagword keeps the right to print winning entries for publicity or promotional material.
- Closing date is Friday 8 February 2019. Entries received after this date will not be eligible.