FOUND

One or more characters *unexpectedly* find one or more physical objects somewhere. Something about the object(s) raises questions that the characters want answered.

Your challenge: In at least 1,000 but no more than 5,000 words, write a creative, compelling, and well-crafted story that clearly uses the premise. If you aren’t sure whether your idea fits our premise, you can ask us at Questions@OnThePremises.com.

Deadline: 11:59 PM Eastern Time, Saturday, May 31, 2008.

Full info at http://www.onthepremises.com/current_contest.html

(Note from Audrey:  I debated on listing this one, but after an email exchange with the editor, I decided to go ahead. Just read it carefully, so you understand how it works. There is no entry fee, but you must become a member to submit.)

Raving Dove, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is pleased to announce the first annual Evolve Beyond Violence Nonfiction Essay Award.

Prizes
First Prize: $1,000 U.S., publication at Raving Dove, and publicity
Three Honorable Mentions: Publication at Raving Dove

Submission Period
Entries will be accepted between March 1, 2008, and September 1, 2008.

Full details at http://www.ravingdove.org/award

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