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One of the Writer's Digest 101 Best Websites for Writers
Founded in 2008 by the Chicago Writers Association, the Chicago Literary Hall of Fame maps the city's literary heritage with links to bookstores, journals, and historic places. They also offer competitions for local writers. Their resources are a good place to start planning your publicity outreach for a book launch in the Chicago area.
Source: https://chicagoliteraryhof.org/about
Categories: Poetry Resource Directories
Prizes: $3,750
Deadline: Apr 1, 2025
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Deadline: Jul 1, 2025
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Prizes: $12,000
Deadline: Oct 1, 2025
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