WORD Bookstore emailed me about an essay contest that they're sponsoring, Neighborhood by Neighborhood. It was inspired by a book called State by State, a collection of essays from acclaimed writers, about the states they love. The deadline is November 12th: Real Soon.
that eager writers should sharpen their pencils for! On November 18th
at 7:30 pm (during the First Independent Bookstore
Week NYC), we’re hosting an event to celebrate the paperback release
of "State by State", a wonderful collection of essays from acclaimed
writers, about the states they love. (More info on the book here:
http://www.indiebound.org/book/9780061470912 )
We're hosting a contest in the same spirit – called "Neighborhood by
Neighborhood"! Write an essay (500-1000 words) about your favorite
neighborhood in NYC: from Washington Heights to Vinegar Hill to, of
course – Greenpoint. Open to high school students and up. We will pick
winners from different categories (student/adult) based on the entries
we receive.
Send submissions to kelly@wordbrooklyn.com by November 12th to be
entered. Winners get an autographed copy of the book, a gift
certificate to WORD and may get to read their piece at the event.
It is not necessary to be present at the event to enter or win – so
send your entry even if you can’t make it on Nov. 18th. We’d love to
read your essay! Celebrate NYC during indie bookstore week by writing
about a neighborhood you love (maybe even mention your favorite
bookstore in that neighborhood too?! :)
Facebook link too, just in case you wish to include:
http://www.facebook.com/wordbrooklyn?v=app_2344061033&ref=ts#/event.php?eid=159097048499&index=1