Teen Mystery Writers: Enter the Elmore Leonard Writing Contest

The first annual Elmore Leonard Literary Arts and Film Festival, sponsored by the Community House of Birmingham and the Baldwin Public Library, is holding a crime and mystery short story contest for teens age 13 to 18. The first place winner will receive $250 and will be invited to attend a gala celebrating the life and achievements of Michigan writer Elmore Leonard. The second and third place prizes are $100 and $50 respectively.

Click here for more details about this exciting opportunity for aspiring young writers. The submission deadline is October 1.

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