5 Creative Writing Contests for Writers/Poets in December 2022

Apply for these 6 writing contests in the month of December 2022 and stand a chance to win amazing prizes and other top benefits. Interested candidates should ensure they read the details and apply before the deadline.

1. Minotaur Books/Mystery Writers of America First Crime Novel Competition 2022

The competition is open to any writer, regardless of nationality, aged 18 or older, who has never been the author of any published novel.

2. New Media Writing Prize 2022 Competition

The New Media Writing Prize 2022 is now accepting applications. The New Media Writing Prize (NMWP) honors innovative and fascinating stories and poetry that use a range of formats, platforms, and digital media to tell their stories. This is the 13th year of this international event.

3. My Writing Journey Competition

Bring us your stories about the best writing tip you have ever received. In 600 words, enlighten and move us with your writing experiences. From grammar tips and style issues to courage, determination and willpower, tell us about the one piece of writing advice that works for you.

4. Story Unlikely’s Short Story Contest 2022

The short story contest is open to everyone with a brain (this is more restrictive than you think). There are no restrictions on genre: fantasy, sci fi, memoir, fiction/nonfiction, etc – we don’t care as long as it’s a good story.

5. Voice.club-Family-Flash Point Contest 2022/2023

Voice.club Writing Contests: Express yourself in a supportive, family-friendly community, as you develop your writing skills. Voice.club is a family-friendly platform where creators can express themselves in a supportive environment. Our recurring writing contests have attracted talented writers from all over the world, and invite you to write a story of 350 words or less, based on our current prompt.