First Chapter Writing Competition

1st Prize: £300
2nd Prize:£200
3rd Prize:£100
4th Prize:£50
 
Entry fee: £4.00
 
Closing date: October 21st 2011
 
 
A first chapter has to be convincing, compelling and tightly written to capture the reader’s attention and to plunge them straight into the heart of the plot so this competition requires you to think carefully about your opening and to lead the reader (i.e. us) into a plot that ensnares us immediately.

Hook us and you could win a fantastic cash prize and publication. (Winning Submission only). Your first chapter can be in any style or genre and must be written in 5000 words or less. 
Submissions must be previously unpublished and original.

Open to writers worldwide but please note you must be over 18 years of age to win a cash prize.

Please send your submission by email to: [email protected] 
Write First Chapter Competition in the subject line.

Submissions can be sent by post-address details here:

Please note: It can take some time (months on occasion)to judge writing competitions as we ensure that we read each and every submission and work on a short-list process. By entering this competition, you are implying acceptance to the rules.