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The Phoenix Rattler
"Does your story have bite?"
Find out in our annual writing contest for unpublished writers
Thank you for your interest in entering the contest. The 2019 Rattler Contest opens August 1, 2019 for entries and closes at
5:00 pm Arizona time, August 31, 2019
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The Rattler, hosted by Christian Writers of the West (ACFW-Arizona), is an exciting contest for unpublished fiction writers, or those who have not published in the last five years. Self-published authors are eligible, however you may not enter a manuscript that is in print or was available for purchase at any time in the last five years from date of entry.
All entrants receive feedback from published authors and/or experienced editors.
​Best-selling author and publisher, Cynthia Hickey will judge finalists in each category. Overall winner receives a gift certificate for $150.

How to Enter

On or after August 1, 2019, submit the first 2,000 words of your novel plus a one-page synopsis (100-250 words) of the whole book no later than August 31, 2019. (Completed manuscript is not required to enter.)  

You may enter as many times as you wish; however, for each submission you must also fill out an entry form and submit an additional entry fee of $30 (for members with coupon code)  or $45 (nonmembers).


Please be sure to read the Contest Documents posted below for complete information.
Categories: Choose ONE per submission

Contemporary Fiction (includes Contemporary, Women’s, Romance)
Historical Romance (before 1960, includes Historical Romance)
Romantic Suspense/Thriller/Mystery
Young Adult (for under 18)
Speculative Fiction

​              * See Category Definitions here if necessary
Contest Documents
Submission Guidelines
Rules
Score Sheet
Contest Flyer - to share with your friends
                         TO ENTER CONTEST
  • Read Contest Rules and guidelines.
  • Complete Rattler 2019 Contest Entry Form.
  • Upload your manuscript in the space provided within the entry form.
  • Pay your entry fee using the online entry form.
  • Submit completed entry form.