The Norman Galaxy of Writers' Contest

DEADLINE
November 1, 2008

Categories

Non-Fiction Article - 2 entries allowed.  1,500 words max.

Short Story (Fiction) - 2 entries allowed.  2,000 words max.

Poetry (Rhymed) -  5 entries allowed. Any length.

Poetry (Unrhymed) - 5 entries allowed.  Any length.  

Nostalgic Essay (Personal) - 2 entries allowed.  1,500 words max.  

Children's Fiction (for readers 8-12 years of age) - 2 entries allowed.  1,000 words max.

Rules

1. You must be a member of Norman Galaxy of Writers to enter
2. Mail entries to:
   
   FRANCES W. SEARCEY
   1551 Bryant Circle
   Norman, Ok 73026
   
   
   
3. All entries must be postmarked no later than November 1, 2008
4. All entries must be unpublished or unaccepted for publication at the time of submission.
5. A $2 fee per manuscript must be enclosed .  Note: You may enter each category more than once, however, no manuscript may be entered more than once. 
6. Entries must be typed on 8 1/2" x 11" white non-erasable bond paper and must be double spaced except for poetry.
7. Any manuscript entered must be original work of the entrant.
8. Author's name must not appear on any manuscript.  Type your name, address, phone number, title and category on a cover sheet and attach to the manuscript with a paper clip.  Do not staple.  
9. There must be a minimum of three entries in a category before it will be judged and prizes awarded.  
10. Awards will be presented at the December Awards Luncheon on December 6, 2008. location, and time will be posted in Nov. on the Calendar of Events Page.   Manuscripts will be returned at that time.  If you cannot attend the awards ceremony then enclose an SASE with your entry.  
11. Certificates and cash will be awarded in each category.  First place - $15  Second - $10  Third - $5.  Certificates will go to honorable mention.  
12. a new award has been added, with a cash award of $30, "The Bonny Speer' Creme-de-la-Creme Award."
13. Judges will be selected by the Chairperson based on their experience in the genre and willingness to write critiques.  The judges decisions are final. 

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