Inkshift Writing Contest
Submit your best short story for a chance to win $1,000.
Key Details
- Prize: $1,000.
- Word Count: 1,000–10,000 words.
- Eligibility: Ages 18+ worldwide (some restrictions apply).
- Entry Period: September 1, 2026 through October 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
- Cost: No purchase is necessary to enter or win.
- Writing Method: All approaches are welcome. Entries are judged on story quality.
- Genre: All genres are accepted, but no NSFW content.
- Entry Limit: One entry per person.
- Rights: You retain all rights to your work. Your work is never used for AI training.
For complete eligibility, content, judging, and privacy terms, please read the Official Contest Rules.
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