Need something to do over winter break? Why not write something for one of these contests?

For high school students:

The Florida Review:

The 2nd Annual Young Voices Award for High School students

Award: $250 and Publication

You can enter a group of five poems or one short story/essay.

For full-time college students:

2010 Sylvia K. Burack Scholarship competition is now open

Award: $500 and a year’s subscription to The Writer

The Sylvia K. Burack Scholarship is a writing contest for full-time college students. The award is made in memory of Sylvia K. Burack, longtime editor-in-chief and publisher of The Writer. Burack was known for her dedication to helping writers and editors.

As always, see the website for requirements and submission guidelines, and anything else that pertains to the entry.

Good luck!

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