Best Writing Contests Newsletters in 2026

SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

What's new at The Literary Times; Announcements, updates and all the ongoing chaos behind our magazine.

Likely audience: Fiction writers

SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: The newsletter announces new writing contests, literary magazine updates, bookstore listings, and a new book on Philip K. Dick, while featuring poetry by Ace Boggess on themes of freedom and incarceration.

Likely audience: writers and poets

SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

This is your corner of the internet to write, create, and submit. Each month, we serve up a newsletter filled with writing prompts, playlists, and recs. Subscribers get access to a list of curated open calls and tips…

Likely audience: poets

SubstackMonthly or less · last post 31 days ago

From recent posts: This newsletter announces a writing contest for short horror stories focused on everyday fears, outlines the rules and prizes for participants, and invites readers to join a volunteer leadership role for a Substack writ…

Likely audience: Aspiring writers

SubstackMonthly or less · last post 52 days ago

From recent posts: This newsletter curates a list of ten literary competitions scheduled for April through June 2026, highlighting various genres and prize amounts for aspiring writers. The article serves as a guide for readers interested…

Likely audience: Aspiring writers