33rd Tom Howard/John H. Reid Fiction & Essay Contest
Deadline: May 1, 2025
The Tom Howard/John H. Reid Fiction & Essay Contest, now in its 33rd year, sponsored by Winning Writers, co-sponsored by Duotrope, and recommended by Reedsy. Submit published or unpublished work online to win $3,500 for the best story and $3,500 for the best essay. Ten Honorable Mentions will receive $500 each. Length limit: 6,000 words. Entry fee: $25. Top 12 entries published online. Final judge: Mina Manchester. Deadline: May 1. Learn more at winningwriters.com/tomstorynp25.