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The Big Apple Contest

Eligibility:
  • This contest is opened to all published and unpublished authors.
  • First chapter of a romance that has not been published in any form. There is a limit of 25 pages. *Please note if your first chapter is less than 25 pages, you should not submit another chapter. Only the first chapter of the manuscript will be read.*
Timeline:
  • Contest Opens: July 1, 2023
  • Contest Closes: August 31, 2023
  • Finalists Announced: October 20, 2023
  • Winners Announced: December 2, 2023​
Contest Structure:
  • First chapter (up to 25 pages). *Please note if your first chapter is less than 25 pages, you should not submit another chapter. Only the first chapter of the manuscript will be read.*
  • Manuscript cannot have been previously published in any form.
  • The top five selections move to the final round.
Format: 
  • Electronic submissions only (.doc or .docx)
  • All entries must be double-spaced with a Times Roman 12 pt Font
  • Remove name from manuscript.
Cost: 
  • RWA/NYC Members: $25
  • RWA Members: $30
  • Non-RWA Members: $35
Submission Process:
  • Please click here to complete the contest entry form.
  • Once you have uploaded your entry, you will be directed to the payment page. No entries will be read without payment.
  • Please make certain that you include both your given name, and pen name (if applicable) on the entry form.
  • Once your entry has been fully processed, you will receive a confirmation email from the contest coordinator.
Judging:
  • First Round: Romance Authors
  • Final Round: TBA
Prize:​
  • The winner wil receive $50.00
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the contest coordinator at bigapplecontest@gmail.com.
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