The competition is open to manuscripts of 1,500 words or fewer. Entries outside the word limitation will be disqualified. For entries submitted via regular mail, type the word count on the first page of your entry along with your name, address, phone number and email address. No refunds will be issued for disqualified entries.

The entry fee is $20 per manuscript. You may enter as many manuscripts as you wish. If you are submitting your entry via regular mail, you may send one check (in U.S. funds) and one entry form for all entries. We accept checks or money orders, Visa and Mastercard for all entries submitted online or via regular mail. There will be a $10 charge for all returned checks or declined credit cards. Credit cards will be charged within 90 days of the contest deadline. Charges will appear on your statement as “F+W Contests.”