Inklings Scribbles Radar: The Writer’s News Source for Contests, Publication Opportunities and Updates on Inklings Publishing.
- K.M. Sokulski
- Dec 17, 2025
- 2 min read
Merry week before Christmas everybody! Let me apologize for my absence this week. There's a bug going around, and boy did I get it. With a teensy more energy in my system, and a desperation to peel myself from the company of my bed and my brain rotting television, I'm here to get Inklings Scribbles back on track.
Let's begin with the obvious announcement you saw above. Inklings Publishing will be closed for Christmas from December 20th, 2025 to January 5th, 2026. This means that Inklings Scribbles will also take a brake for the holidays! I have more competitions saved for when we return in January, 2026, but below you'll find a handful to give you a head start!
Event Type: Poetry Contest
Deadline: December 31st, 2025
Entry Fee: $15
Website: The Moth Magazine
The Moth Poetry Prize is one of the largest prizes for individual unpublished poems, open to anyone over 16 worldwide. The prize is judged anonymously and past winners have included notable poets. The 2025 competition is currently open.
Event Type: Flash Fiction Contest
Deadline: December 31st, 2025
Entry Fee: $3
Website: Fusilli Writing
An international flash fiction competition for stories up to 200 words with a twist. The competition is open to anyone 18+ and accepts any theme, with a focus on quality writing.
Event Type: Flash Fiction Contest
Deadline: January 20th, 2026
Entry Fee: $3
Website: Pocket Studio
Forge Your Legend in Realms of Magic and Might. Submit your medieval fantasy story and win from $10,000 prize pool.
Important note on library events and workshops! Author appearances and writing classes have become increasingly popular to host at the library. Be sure to check your local library's calendar for more events related to writing from their website. Know of any opportunities I missed? Did you submit to any of the above listings? Comment below! Depending on the deadline of the event, we may feature it on our next Inklings Scribbles Radar.
Scribble on, Inklingers!
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