avatarJolie A. Doggett

Summary

Medium is hosting an essay contest called "The Medium Writers Challenge" with a $100,000 prize pool and encourages writers to participate by writing on weekly prompts.

Abstract

Medium has announced an exciting opportunity for writers through "The Medium Writers Challenge," offering a chance to win from a $100,000 prize pool. This contest is judged by renowned personalities and aims to inspire writers to push their limits. In addition to the contest, Medium provides weekly writing prompts for writers to engage with, offering themes such as trying new experiences, reflecting on past regrets, and identifying sources of inspiration. Writers are encouraged to share their stories by tagging "Writehere" and can seek further information or assistance by contacting the Medium team via email.

Opinions

  • The website positively encourages writers to challenge themselves by participating in the essay contest.
  • It suggests that trying new things, like entering the writing challenge, can be intimidating but potentially rewarding.
  • The platform acknowledges that not all experiences are positive and encourages writers to reflect on and share experiences they regret.
  • The weekly prompts are seen as a way to inspire creativity and provide a warm-up for writers who may not be ready for the contest.
  • Personal inspiration, whether from people, music, or other sources, is highlighted as a valuable resource for overcoming writer's block and feeling unstoppable.
  • The consistent provision of new prompts and tips every week indicates a commitment to supporting the writing community on Medium.

WRITE HERE

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Weekly prompts plus a new challenge if you’re up for it…

Hey Writers!

Not sure if you’ve heard but Medium is hosting an essay contest: The Medium Writers Challenge! We’re giving away $100,000 (yup, all those zeros!) in prize money and, just by doing what you all do best (that’s writing), you have the chance to win! Learn more and read the rules below:

If you’re not yet feeling up to the challenge, no worries! You can warm up with new WriteHere prompts every week. And who knows? You may find some inspiration for the next great Medium essay.

Let’s get started…

THIS WEEK’S PROMPTS

What’s something you haven’t tried but you should?

Skydiving? Entering The Medium Writers Challenge? Making the first romantic move? Is there something you want to attempt but you’ve been too intimidated? Do you think it’ll make your life better or worse if you tried? Tell us about it and tag “Writehere.”

What’s something you tried once and will NEVER try again?

On the flip-side, have you ever done something and immediately regretted it? Any food, places (or people) that you know you never want to experience again? Share your first impressions and tag “Writehere.”

Who or what inspires you?

When you’re feeling down, is there someone you call to lift you up? Is there song you play or a show you watch that makes you feel invincible? Do you often find yourself asking “What would ___ do?” Who/what leaves you feeling inspired and unstoppable? Shout it out and tag “Writehere.”

QUESTIONS ABOUT WRITE HERE?

Email me! [email protected]. Check back here every Monday for new prompts and tips.

KEEP WRITING!

Check out previous prompts and #WriteHere rules:

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