Original Life
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Writing opportunities – February 2021
Our list of February's best writing contests, competitions and opportunities with details of prizes, requirements and deadlines.
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Writing prompt: Ascend
You're out of breath from running but you can't stop now. Tell the story of what happens as, heart pounding, you begin to climb the stairs.
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Writing Studio: Create a vision for your writing
What's your writing dream? A vision board could help it come true. Author, Shelley Wilson will be in our Writing Studio on 21ST JANUARY showing you how.
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Writing opportunities – January 2021
Get your New Year off to a great start with our list of January's best writing contests, competitions and opportunities with details of prizes, requirements and deadlines.
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Writing prompt: The doorway
As you climb the stone steps, you notice the door is ajar and whispers are coming from inside. Step closer and write the story you hear.
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#100 Words story competition winners
Our international, #100Words competition inspired intriguing stories based on a beautiful winter scene. See who won and read the winning stories!
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#100Words winter competition shortlist
Our international, #100Words competition inspired wonderful stories based on a beautiful winter scene. See which made the shortlist!
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Writing competitions and opportunities – December 2020
Discover December's best writing contests, competitions and opportunities with details of prizes, requirements and deadlines.
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Writing prompt: The castle
The castle rests where land ends, battered by sea and storm. As you cross the bridge and step inside, secrets whisper from the stone. Will you write them down?
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#100Words Winter Story Competition Longlist
Our latest international, #100Words story competition was inspired by a beautiful winter scene. See which stories made the longlist!
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Flavours of life
There are many ingredients that make up great writing but the most important is you. Your unique experiences, thoughts and feelings give your words an original flavour.
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Writing prompt: The mist
The aircraft hums as it glides over the autumn pines. You look down and spot something clinging to a branch. Share the story of what you see.