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One of the Writer's Digest 101 Best Websites for Writers
This web archive for all things Shakespeare includes the full text of the Bard's plays and poems. Other features include scholarly discussion forums, podcasts, and reviews of Shakespeare performances around the world.
Source: https://www.playshakespeare.com/
Categories: Poetry Archives
Prizes: $3,750
Deadline: Apr 1, 2026
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Prizes: $12,000
Deadline: May 1, 2026
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Deadline: Jul 1, 2025
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Deadline: Oct 1, 2025
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