The Masters Review
https://mastersreview.com/short-story-award-for-new-writers/
We welcome submissions of previously unpublished fiction or creative nonfiction up to 6,000 words. Our contest is open to any writer who has not published a novel or memoir with a major press. The first-place winner of this contest, selected by our guest judge, will receive a $3,000 grand prize, along with online publication. Second- and third-place winners will receive $300 and $200 respectively, along with online publication.
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