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Deadline March 1 (must be received by this date). Neutral free contest awards prizes up to $500 for a short story of any length or theme. Submit via email. Sponsored by the Republic of Letters. Note that sponsor will close submissions once the 100-entry cap is reached; early submissions are encouraged.
Source: https://therepublicofletters.substack.com/p/flight-plan-6d1
Published: February 16, 2026
Prizes: $3,750
Deadline: Apr 1, 2026
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Prizes: $12,000
Deadline: May 1, 2026
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Prizes: $23,500
Deadline: Jul 1, 2026
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For self-published and hybrid-published books
Prizes: $12,000
Deadline: Oct 1, 2025
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