• Entrants must be under the age of 22 to be eligible.
• This contest focuses on fiction of a minimum of 1000 words, a maximum of 3000 words. It can be a novel excerpt or short story.
• Entries that have previously won first place in this contest are not eligible. Entries that have won 2nd or 3rd place, or that have finaled, are okay.
• Previously published manuscripts, either traditionally published or self-published in any form, are not eligible.
• Entrants must acknowledge their acceptance of the contest Terms and Conditions before their entries will be accepted.
• The above guidelines apply to your status at the time you enter the contest. If you should acquire an agent or secure a book contract after you’ve entered, your book will still be eligible.
• Previously published authors, whether traditionally published or self-published, are not eligible.

Please note: This Entry Type does not include a critique of your entry. If you would like a critique of your entry (requires an additional fee of $50), choose the Youth Contest Entry (With Critique) option.