Thursday, October 22, 2009

Essay Contest for Young Writers


Be the Star You Are!
announces its 6th annual essay contest to promote literacy and positive messages.

WORD COUNT:
300-600 words.

TOPIC:
Who is your role model and/or mentor? In what ways has this person changed your life for the better?

FEE: $10 donation per entry

DATES: November 15, 2009-January 18, 2010

FIRST Prize: $100 plus guest appearance on the nationally syndicated radio program, Be the Star You Are!® (Total value, $700) www.bethestaryouareradio.com Additionally, your story will be published in our Star Searcher Express newsletter and at www.bethestaryouare.org. In the event of a tie, winners share cash prize and both receive publication and radio interviews.

Runner-ups: Published in our StarSearcher’s Express newsletter and noted on web site.

All submissions must be received by Be the Star You Are!® by midnight January 18, 2010. Essays accepted by mail or email, with email being the preferred method. PO BOX 376, MORAGA, CA. 94556. You may enter as many essays as you'd like, however each one must be in a separate email or envelope accompanied by a $10 tax deductible donation entry fee. Donation can be via PAYPAL mailto:Cynthia@bethestaryouare.org. You will be notified when your entry and donation are received. Guidelines at www.bethestaryouare.org or email: cynthia@bethestaryouare.org.

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