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More than a Writing Contest
Deadline extended to Jan 12, 2012. Maximum word count is 2,500. Any piece of unpublished fiction is eligible. Entry fee is $25. Every story entered will get a critique. !st prize is $250, second is $100, third is $50. Send your entry to writingcontest@writeware.ca When you enter you will receive a confirmation that it was received and a separate Paypal request for payment. (Paypal also accepts credit card payments & you don't have to have a Paypal account to use it.)
Critiquing: You have produced that masterpiece and now you need a knowledgeable, experienced writer/editor to look it over and give an honest evaluation of your work. Our manuscript critiquing service can help. It will uncover your story's weaknesses and strengths, evaluating it in six main areas; plot, setting, character, voice, writing style, and technical ability. You can also ask up to two specific questions about your piece when you send it in.
For efficient turn around, we provide this service through the internet. Cost is $5 per page with a minimum charge of $15. We will review up to 20 pages first time around. (Submissions will be accepted only if they are double spaced, 12 pt type, on an 8.5x11 format.) All fiction genres are accepted as are non-fiction general interest articles. For more information, send an email to Herb Ware at background@writeware.ca (cut & paste this address)
Editing and proofreading: We can provide you with the services of line editors and story editors as well as proofreaders. If you are interested in employing us for one of these, query Herb Ware with the details. Send your inquiry to background@writeware.ca (cut & paste this address)