Narrative Travel Writing Contest

Narrative Travel Writing Contest

Deadline: December 15, 2008

Travel writing contest calls for submissions on the 'dangerous world'. Professionals, freelancers and writers worldwide are invited to submit their travel stories to the 2009 Narrative Travel Writing Contest, organized by TransitionsAbroad.com.

The theme for this year's contest is "Travel in a Dangerous World."

Submissions should address whether the world is truly more dangerous than it has ever been, or if governments and media have exaggerated the threats. Stories will be judged based on their sensitivity to the people and culture being described, ability to engage the reader, and literary quality.

The first, second and third-place winners will receive US$500, US$150, and US$100 respectively. TransitionsAbroad.com will publish the top three winners' entries as well as those of the selected runner-ups. For more information, visit www.transitionsabroad.com.