We’re pleased to announce our first Mormon Artist contest, with the winning entries being published in a special issue of creative written work by young writers.

Categories: Short stories, personal essays, critical essays, short plays, and poetry.

Who’s eligible: Anyone thirty or under.

What we’re looking for: Work that reflects the purposes of the magazine, which include building the kingdom through the arts and encouraging artistic excellence in all disciplines.

Prizes: $100 for first place, $60 for second, and $40 for third.

Submissions deadline: February 28, 2009 (by the end of the day your time, wherever you are).

How to submit: Please e-mail submissions to literature@mormonartist.net and make sure you include the words “Young Writer” in the subject line of the e-mail. You may submit no more than three written works, but they can be in any category.

If you have any questions, feel free to email us. :)