The Northwind Writing Award A project of Raw Earth Ink (see other related projects). About Exceptional writing deserves recognition. Yearly award for cash and publication in the yearly treasury. No Fees! This contest does not charge mandatory fees. Limited Demographic: Submissions are restricted to writers residing in the USA. Want more insight into the editors' preferences? Read our interview with the editor(s). Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Expand section Fiction Closed Collapse section Nonfiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Essay: Up to 3,000 words; Up to 2 pieces. Narrative Nonfiction: Up to 3,000 words; Up to 2 pieces.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Memoir.Winner's Prize:Semi-pro payment (1-4.9 US cents per word) to Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Provides free copy/copies Pay ranges from Semi-pro payment to Professional payment. Provides free copy/copies. Details: USD $100 for first prize.Submissions:Methods: Email. Postal. Reprints: Reprints are allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Multiple entries: Unknown.Media: Text. Collapse section Poetry Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; Up to 2 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms, including: Prose poetry.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (US$50 or more per poem) Provides free copy/copies Professional payment. Provides free copy/copies. Details: USD $100 for first prize.Submissions:Methods: Email. Postal. Reprints: Reprints are allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Multiple entries: Unknown.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to contest webpage Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @raw_earth_ink For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope The Northwind Writing Award Submission Statistics The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the publication's editors/staff or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. Filter: Category: All Categories Fiction Nonfiction Poetry Group by submission Include outliers Include related projects Accuracy: We have not received any complete reports within the past 12 months. Pending 5 responses are pending (45 min | 77.8 mean avg | 64.0 median | 129 max days waiting | 345.6 std dev) from 5 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. Sign up and start your free trial today!Members accepted here also had work accepted by...This section is available to subscribers only. Become a member and start your free trial today! Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsWhat is a Woman Anthology CLOSED Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the project being listed. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the project meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the publisher.Try to read at least one previous publication to get a better idea of what the editor would like to see.Unless the publisher's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 31 Jul 2026We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year. Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only