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Best Flash Fiction Contests in 2024

Flash Fiction is defined as a very short story that can be anywhere from just a couple of words to about a thousand in length. The beauty (and difficulty) of writing flash fiction lies in trying to tell a complete story in so few words. Great flash fiction is succinct, emotive, thought-provoking, and impactful. These flash fiction contests are a great way to get your work in front of editors and agents. Winning can also lead to publication, awards, and other recognition. But competitions aren't just about winning; they're also a great way to get feedback on your work and improve your writing because short stories allow you to practice all the skills of writing a story in a much more condensed format.

New to writing flash fiction? Read our guide to flash fiction and check out our 100+ Flash Fiction Prompts!

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Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction 2024

New Writers Flash Fiction Competition 2024

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The Lascaux Prize in Flash Fiction 2024

Anthology Flash Fiction Award 2024

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