WHAT IS A TWITTER WRITING CONTEST?
The #kidlit #writingcommunity on Twitter is full of fun writing opportunities. Each writing contest has a different set of rules and expectations. For this contest, please be sure to read the rules carefully before starting. Need some guidance or inspiration? Check out Molly's blog : Twitter Contests 101, where she provides a list of suggestions for a successful contest entry.
WHEN DOES THE #KIDLIT VIBES CONTEST HAPPEN?
The contest officially starts on MAY 5th, when the WHEEL OF FEELS goes live. Visit the SPIN tab as early as MAY 5TH to spin a feeling. Once you spin the wheel and get assigned your theme, you’ll write your entry, capturing the vibe of the feeling you spun. The submission window opens on MAY 12th at 12 AM EST. Visit the ENTRIES tab to submit your entry. The form will close at 3AM EST on MAY 14th.
WHAT AUDIENCE AM I WRITING FOR?
Your entry should be geared towards and appropriate for readers 12 years and younger.
AM I LIMITED TO A CERTAIN NUMBER OF WORDS?
Yes, the word count for this contest is 125 words. If you include more than 125 words, your entry won’t be judged.
DOES MY TITLE COUNT TOWARD MY OVERALL WORD COUNT?
No, the title of your entry is not included in the overall word count.
CAN I ADD ILLUSTRATION NOTES?
No illustration notes, please.
HOW DO I SPIN THE WHEEL?
Spin the WHEEL OF FEELS by visiting our SPIN tab. Click the arrow to spin. Watch this video for a quick tutorial, showing you exactly how to spin the wheel. The wheel goes live MAY 5th. Watch for a post on Twitter to know when exactly you can spin.
CAN I SPIN MORE THAN ONCE?
Please only spin one time… but what we don’t know won’t hurt us! 😉
DO I NEED TO USE THE FEELING WORD IN MY ENTRY?
You can include the feeling word you spin in your entry, however it's not required. Remember your goal is to capture the vibe of the feeling…so just using the word is not enough. Think of the feeling you spin as more of a theme.
HOW CAN I LOOK UP THE WORD I SPIN IF I FORGET IT?
You can't! So, write it down or take a screenshot of the feeling you get when you spin the WHEEL OF FEELS.
CAN I SHARE THE FEELING WORD I SPUN PUBLICLY?
Sure! You can share with your #kidlit friends or on social media, just be sure to use the hashtag #kidlitvibes when you share!
WHEN IS THE DEADLINE?
The submission window closes at MAY 14th at 3 AM EST.
IS THIS CONTEST OPEN TO AGENTED AUTHORS?
Yes, this contest is open to all agented and unagented authors.
HOW DO I SUBMIT MY ENTRY?
Visit the ENTRIES tab when the submission window opens on MAY 12th at 12 AM EST to submit your entry.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO SEE ON THE ENTRY FORM?
The entry form will include: your email, WHEEL OF FEELS word, title of entry, word count, your entry, and your top 3 prize choices.
WHO PICKS THE WINNERS?
The Frenzy Friends critique group will read the entries and decide the winners. Your entry will be submitted and read anonymously, so that things are unbiased and fair.
WHAT ARE THE PRIZES?
Visit our PRIZES tab for our amazing list of goodies. Please be sure to follow all of our gracious prize donors on Twitter!