Magic and Myst Writing Contest

February Short-Story Edition

Welcomed to the Magic and Myst Short-Story Writing Contest! I'm hosting this contest because we need to celebrate human art. Real art. I want to inspire aspiring writers or writers to Write. I want to find new voices, discover new talents and give exposure to amazing authors. This contest will reinforce the meaning of art. The essence of humans. 

If you're 13 or older and have burning flame in your chest of creativity, this contest is for you.

Your guide to the contest: rules & eligibility

Ready to embark on your writing adventure? The Magic and Myst short-story contest welcomes all aspiring authors, or even people who write as a hobby, aged 13 and above. To know what kind of story to write, familiarize yourself with the straightforward contest guidelines. You must choose one of the prompts available here and write a short-story based on it. Sounds fun, right? The best part? The prompts are vague so you get to explore your creativity and imagination, and write to your heart's content! You will not have to pay any entrance fee. 

Rewarding your talent: prizes & assessment

Your creativity deserves recognition! Discover the exciting prizes awaiting the winners of the Magic and Myst writing contest; and understand the transparent assessment process, focused on originality, storytelling, and adherence to prompt chosen. To maintain the integrity of the contest, AI-generated content, plagiarized works, or previously published stories will not be accepted. This is a celebration of authentic human art.

Your journey begins: prompts & schedule

Mark your calendars and get inspired! Our contest schedule outlines all important dates for the 'Magic and Myst' short-story contest, from submission opening to winner announcements. Dive into our unique prompts designed to spark your imagination and guide your story. When your masterpiece is ready, follow the simple steps on the forms and you will be officially participating in the contest!