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Click on the video below to learn more about the Peter K. Hixson Memorial Award for Creative Writers!
• Acceptable file types are .DOC, .RTF, and .DOCX only.
• Work must be submitted in standard format: one-inch margins (minimum), 12 pt Times New Roman or other standard font.
• No previously published work will be considered.
• One application per writer. Duplicates will result in disqualification.
• Simultaneous submissions are acceptable.
• By submitting, you agree to the terms of the contest.
NOTE: We are not accepting submissions for novels. For novelists, consider sending stand-alone excerpts. This is a great strategy to build publication credits before approaching literary agents. Check out ways to create an excerpt.