3 Medium Writing Challenges with Cash Prizes
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“I am a person who works well under pressure. In fact, I work so well under pressure that at times, I will procrastinate in order to create this pressure.” ― Stephanie Pearl-McPhee
I love a good writing challenge. And even better? One with a cash prize. It’s a nice incentive.
So don’t procrastinate.
You don’t want to miss the deadlines for these writing challenges!
Writing Challenges

Writing Prompt Challenge from Flint & Steel
(I’m a little biased for this challenge because F&S is my publication).
Help inspire yourself and other writers with this challenge. Come up with a writing prompt and respond to the writing prompt in your article.
Deadline to enter is February 2, 2022.
Winner will be selected by the editor (me!) and will receive $50.00.
Make sure to read over all the contest guidelines.
“Starting Over” Prompt by The Memoirist
The theme is “starting over”. The deadline is January 31st with the editorial team making a final vote on February 1st.
One winner will receive $50.00.
Make sure to read over all the contest guidelines to enter.
Latest Coffee Times Challenge
Coffee Times announced their latest challenge, which begins now and has three phases so make sure to read over all the guidelines.
One winner will win $100, with the second runner-up receiving $50, and the third runner-up receiving $25.
Do you know of any other Medium writing challenges that involve a cash prize? Share the info in the comments!
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