The Northwestern Christian Writers Conference seeks to honor distinguished writing and talent at the conference in the presence of one's peers.
Awards will be presented to the winners at the end of the conference. This year, there are 5 awards in which conference registrants may submit entries. As long as a submission fits the criteria, you can submit the same piece for multiple awards.
Awards will be presented to the winners at the end of the conference. This year, there are 5 awards in which conference registrants may submit entries. As long as a submission fits the criteria, you can submit the same piece for multiple awards.
Written Word Award Submission Criteria
Submit a nonfiction writing sample that reflects wrestling with God’s promises or the challenges of living for Christ in a fearful world.
- One entry per person.
- 750-1000 words. Double-spaced, 12-point font, numbered pages.
- Submission must be unpublished, original work that has not won any previous accolades.
- You must be registered for the Northwestern Christian Writers Conference.
- Deadline: May 15, 2021 at 11:59 p.m. CST
Submissions are now closed for the 2021 Written Word Award.
Thank you to everyone who entered.
Thank you to everyone who entered.
