FAQs

1) What is an unpublished author?

“Unpublished” refers to authors who have never had a full-length novel appear in print form. If you have been published in e-book format, or self-published, you are eligible to enter this contest.

2) May I submit more than one entry?

You may submit up to three different manuscripts for this contest.

3) Should I submit my entire manuscript?

Submission of the completed manuscript is not required at the entry stage. Dorchester’s Editorial staff will contact you directly should further evaluation be required.

4) How quickly will I hear back?

Finalists will be notified by July 1, 2008 and the winner will be announced on October 1, 2008.

5) If you still have questions…

Please contact egalloway@dorchesterpub.com. All email inquiries must have SHOMI Writing Contest in the subject line. Otherwise we can not guarantee that we will get back to you.

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