If you have an idea for a mystery book(me) or a completed manuscript sitting on your desk today’s the day for you. I’ve found three great contests including one for debut authors!
Dark Oak Mystery Contest
Submission: 60,000 to 80,000 word completed manuscript
Deadline: July 31
Prizes:
Grand Prize-publication with Oak Tree Press
Second Prize: Manuscript critique
Third Prize: $100 of Oak Tree Books
Fee: $35
Debut Dagger Contest
Deadline: February 2011
Submission: First 3000 words and a synopsis
Prizes:
Grand Prize: $740.60(approximate) and trip to London for two to award ceremony
Fee: $37.30(approximate)
St. Martin’s Minotaur/Mystery Writers of America Writing Contest
Deadline: November 30
Submission: Complete Manuscript of approximately 60,000 words
Prizes:
Grand Prize: Offer of publication agreement with St. Martin’s including $10,000 advance
Fee: $0
Have you comparable mystery contests for 2012? I am interested. Many thanks. Bill Cast
I’m on it Bill! Watch this week for my list.