The Eden Mills Writers Festival had some problems with their new website, and as a result, we have extended the deadline to July 30, 2013, and increased the prize money to $250 (Happy 25th Anniversary to us!)

The Eden Mills Writers’ Festival Literary Contest
Open internationally to new and modestly published writers, ages 16-plus. Submit a short story (2500 words max.), poetry collection (of 5 poems or less), or one-act play. The best entry in each category will win a $250 prize.

Entry Requirements:
Include four copies of each submission.
On a cover page, include title, with your name address, phone number, and email. Name and contact info should NOT appear on other copies.
Manuscripts will not be returned.
Finalists will be notified prior to the Festival, and winners will be announced at the Festival.

Submission Fee:
$15.00 (CDN) per entry. Cheques to be made payable to EDEN MILLS WRITERS’ FESTIVAL.
*A combination of entries may be sent in one envelope with one payment for all entries, i.e., a short story and a poetry collection, and $30.00.

To Submit:
Mail four copies to:
Laurel Marsolais
39 Bushmills Cres.
Guelph, ON
N1K 1T6

Submission Deadline:
July 30, 2013
For more information email lmlmarso@gmail.com or visit: