Monthly Archives: October 2021

2021 New York Times Personal Narrative Writing Contest

Posted on October 27, 2021 by Flannery James

The New York Times invites middle and high school students to write “short, powerful stories” about “a meaningful life experience.” DEADLINE: November 17, 2021. WHO CAN ENTER: Middle and high school students ages 11–19. HOW TO ENTER: Online. WHAT TO … Continue reading →

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2021 Bennington Young Writers Awards

Posted on October 20, 2021 by Flannery James

Bennington College recognizes outstanding writing achievement by high school students through the Young Writers Awards. Prizes are awarded in fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Students may enter in one category. DEADLINE: November 1, 2021. WHO CAN ENTER: Students in grades 9–12. … Continue reading →

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2021 Nancy Thorp Poetry Contest

Posted on October 12, 2021 by Flannery James

Sponsored by Hollins University, the 58th Annual Nancy Thorp Poetry Contest provides scholarships, prizes, and recognition for the best poems submitted by young women who are sophomores or juniors in high school or preparatory school. DEADLINE: October 31, 2021. WHO … Continue reading →

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National YoungArts Awards 2021-22

Posted on October 5, 2021 by Flannery James

The National YoungArts Foundation identifies and nurtures the most accomplished young artists in the visual, literary, design and performing arts and assists them at critical junctures in their educational and professional development. YoungArts aspires to create a community of alumni that … Continue reading →

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