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The Warren Adler 2009 Short Story Contest The Warren Adler Short Story Contest

Fall 2008 Contest Theme: Short Fiction in Varied Genres

Voting is now closed.

Following the success of the Summer 2008 Warren Adler Short Story Contest, Mr. Adler is sponsoring another international competition. The theme is simply short fiction in all of its varied genres. We are looking for original, imaginative pieces featuring compelling characters and creative plots. Whether you specialize in mainstream fiction, romance, horror, fantasy, science-fiction, satire, mystery, or any of their subcategories, we want to read your work.

Entries must not exceed 2,500 words. Stories from all the points of the globe will be considered provided that they are written in English. Mr. Adler will select which story will be awarded the Grand Prize of $1,000.

The People's Choice winner will be determined by public voting. Warren Adler's top choice, along with the People's Choice winner, was announced on February 16, 2009.

Five cash prizes will be awarded.

  • 1st Prize: $1000
  • People's Choice Prize $500
  • Remaining finalists receive $150 each

Authors retain worldwide publishing rights.

 Here are the winners:

The 1st Prize winner: The Best Part by N. Keonaona Russell

People's Choice: The Longbranch by Aimee Hansen
    
View results of the popular vote!

Here are the five finalists:

The Leaper by Frank Marrone

Playing Doctor by Gregory Williams

The Best Part by N. Keonaona Russell

Mock Turtle Island by Brian Mullally

The Longbranch by Aimee Hansen

People's Choice Award Voting

Voting is now closed. 

See winners from our previous contests:

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