Today’s Writing Deadlines: April 28, 2025

Submit to these exciting festivals today. Festivals that offer feedback from the industry, plus performance videos.

HISTORICAL FICTION Novel Festival:
https://festivalfordrama.com/historical-fiction-novel-festival/

Historical fiction is a literary genre that involves a fictional story set in the past, often inspired by real historical events or figures. Historical fiction novels are set in the past and pay close attention to the details of the time period, such as social norms, customs, and traditions. Characters can be based on real people or be entirely fictional.


POLITICAL Screenplay Festival:
https://politicalfeedbackfestival.events/political-screenplay-festival/

This festival has a guaranteed 4-tier set up for each accepted script. (No matter what, all screenplays submitted receive FULL FEEDBACK on their work.)
1) Full Feedback on your script
2) Actors performance video reading of your script
3) Blog interview promotion.
4) Podcast interview on the Film Festival ITunes show


MEMOIR & AUTOBIOGRAPHY Short Story Contest:
https://documentaryshortfilmfestival.com/memoir-autobiography-short-story-festival/

The main difference between a memoir and an autobiography is the scope of the story:a memoir is about a specific time period or event in the author’s life, while an autobiography is a comprehensive account of the author’s entire life. Both memoirs and autobiographies are written from the author’s perspective.


FANTASY/SCI-FI Film & Screenplay Festival:


Today’s Writing Deadlines: April 27, 2025

Submit to these exciting festivals today. Festivals that offer feedback from the industry, plus performance videos.

MAGICAL REALISM Novel Festival:
https://fantasyscififestival.com/magical-realism-novel-festival/

Accept only stories that fit into the MAGICAL REALISM genre. Magical realism stories feature fantastical elements that seem ordinary and blend into the story.The focus is on what the magical elements mean for the characters, rather than the elements themselves.

3 options to submit: full novel. 1st chapter. Novel performance reading.


ASIAN Writers Screenplay Festival:
https://asianfeedbackfilmfestival.ca/asian-screenplay-festival/

This festival has a guaranteed 4-tier set up for each accepted script. (No matter what, all screenplays submitted receive FULL FEEDBACK on their work.)
1) Full Feedback on your script
2) Actors performance video reading of your script
3) Blog interview promotion.
4) Podcast interview on the Film Festival ITunes show


POLITICAL Short Story Festival:
https://politicalfeedbackfestival.events/political-short-story-festival/

Submit your POLITICAL short story to the festival, and we will automatically have it performed by a professional actor and turned into a promotional video for yourself.


FANTASY/SCI-FI Film & Screenplay Festival:


Today’s Writing Deadlines: April 26, 2025

Submit to these exciting festivals today. Festivals that offer feedback from the industry, plus performance videos.

MEMOIR & AUTOBIOGRAPHY Screenplay Festival:
https://documentaryshortfilmfestival.com/memoir-autobiography-screenplay-festival/

This festival has a guaranteed 4-tier set up for each accepted script. (No matter what, all screenplays submitted receive FULL FEEDBACK on their work.)
1) Full Feedback on your script
2) Actors performance video reading of your script
3) Blog interview promotion.
4) Podcast interview on the Film Festival ITunes show


ART & PHOTOGRAPHY Novel Festival:
https://documentaryshortfilmfestival.com/art-photography-novel-festival/

An art and photography novel is a nonfiction book that showcases or discusses art, including photography. Art books can include: The technical aspects of an art form, The life and work of a specific artist, The history of an art form or style, Personal expositions, and Craft and coloring books.


ACTION/ADVENTURE Short Story Festival:
https://actionadventurefestival.ca/action-adventure-short-story-festival/

Submit your ACTION/ADVENTURE Short Story to the Festival here and we will automatically have it performed by a professional actor and turned into a promotional video for yourself.

Accept only stories that fit into the ACTION or ADVENTURE genres.


Toronto COMEDY Film & Screenplay Festival:


Today’s Writing Deadlines: April 25, 2025

Submit to these exciting festivals today. Festivals that offer feedback from the industry, plus performance videos.

HORROR Novel Festival:
https://festivalforhorror.com/horror-novel-festival/

A horror story is a fictional tale that aims to create a feeling of fear, suspense, or tension in the reader.

3 options to submit: 1st chapter. full novel. performance reading.


ROMANCE Short Story Festival:
https://festivalforromance.com/short-story-festival/

Submit your Romance & Relationships Short Story to the Festival here and we will automatically have it performed by a professional actor and turned into a promotional video for yourself.


DRAMA Screenplay Festival:
https://festivalfordrama.com/


ACTION/CRIME/MYSTERY Film & Screenplay Festival:

Today’s Writing Deadlines: April 24, 2025

Submit to these exciting festivals today. Festivals that offer feedback from the industry, plus performance videos.

RELIGION & SPIRITUALITY Novel Festival (3 options to submit):
https://storypitches.com/religion-and-spirituality-novel-festival/

Spiritual and religious stories are narratives that convey spiritual and religious themes, and can be found in sacred texts, oral traditions, and personal experiences.

3 options to submit: 1st chapter. full novel. performance reading.


THRILLER/SUSPENSE Screenplay Festival:
https://thrillersuspensefestival.com/thriller-suspense-screenplay-festival/

This festival has a guaranteed 4-tier set up for each accepted script. (No matter what, all screenplays submitted receive FULL FEEDBACK on their work.)
1) Full Feedback on your script
2) Actors performance video reading of your script
3) Blog interview promotion.
4) Podcast interview on the Film Festival ITunes show


DRAMA Short Story Festival:
https://festivalfordrama.com/drama-short-story-festival/

Submit your DRAMA Short Story to the festival here, and we will automatically have it performed by a professional actor and turned into a promotional video for yourself.


Today’s Writing Deadlines: April 22, 2025

Submit to these exciting festivals today. Festivals that offer feedback from the industry, plus performance videos.

WOMEN’S FICTION Novel Festival (3 options to submit):
https://femalefilmfestival.com/womens-fiction-novel-festival/

Women’s fiction is a broad term for books that center on women’s experiences and are marketed to female readers.

3 options to submit: 1st chapter. full novel. performance reading.


BLACK Screenwriters Festival:
https://blackfeedbackfilmfestival.com/black-screenwriters-festival/

This festival has a guaranteed 4-tier set up for each accepted script. (No matter what, all screenplays submitted receive FULL FEEDBACK on their work.)
1) Full Feedback on your script
2) Actors performance video reading of your script
3) Blog interview promotion.
4) Podcast interview on the Film Festival ITunes show


BODY IMAGE Short Story Festival (automatic acceptance):
https://storypitches.com/body-image-short-story-festival/

Submit your BODY IMAGE short story to the festival here, and we will automatically have it performed by a professional actor and turned into a promotional video for yourself.


UNDER 5 Minute Film Festival:


Today’s Writing Deadlines: April 21, 2025

Submit to these exciting festivals today. Festivals that offer feedback from the industry, plus performance videos.

YOUNG ADULT Short Story Festival (everyone wins):
https://festivalforfamily.com/young-adult-short-story-contest/

Submit your YOUNG ADULT Short Story to the Festival here and we will automatically have it performed by a professional actor and turned into a promotional video for yourself.


TRAVEL Novel Festival:
https://documentaryshortfilmfestival.com/travel-novel-festival/

3 options to submit: 1st chapter. full novel. performance reading.


ACTION/ADVENTURE Screenplay Festival:
https://actionadventurefestival.ca/deadlines/

This festival has a guaranteed 4-tier set up for each accepted script. (No matter what, all screenplays submitted receive FULL FEEDBACK on their work.)
1) Full Feedback on your script
2) Actors performance video reading of your script
3) Blog interview promotion.
4) Podcast interview on the Film Festival ITunes show


Toronto/LA DOCUMENTARY Festival:

Today’s Writing Deadlines: April 20, 2025

Submit to these exciting festivals today. Festivals that offer feedback from the industry, plus performance videos.

HISTORY Screenplay Festival:

HISTORY Screenplay Festival: Deadline April 20th

This festival has a guaranteed 4-tier set up for each accepted script. (No matter what, all screenplays submitted receive FULL FEEDBACK on their work.)
1) Full Feedback on your script
2) Actors performance video reading of your script
3) Blog interview promotion.
4) Podcast interview on the Film Festival ITunes show


SPORTS Short Story Festival (guaranteed acceptance):

Sports Short Story Festival (automatic acceptance): Deadline March 20th

Submit your SPORTS Short Story to the Festival here and we will automatically have it performed by a professional actor and turned into a promotional video for yourself.


FAMILY & KIDS Novel Festival:

Deadline April 20th – Family & Kids Novel Writing Festival

3 options to submit: 1st chapter. full novel. performance reading.


ENVIRONMENTAL Poetry Contest – FREE:
https://wildsoundwritingfestival.submittable.com/submit/300719/environmental-poetry-contest

Submit your poem for free and get it showcased on the platform. Other options for poetry video reading, and/or poetry movie.


NEW YORK Feedback Film Festival:

Today’s Writing Deadlines: April 19, 2025

Submit to these exciting festivals today. Festivals that offer feedback from the industry, plus performance videos.

FANTASY/SCI-FI Screenplay Festival:

This festival has a guaranteed 4-tier set up for each accepted script. (No matter what, all screenplays submitted receive FULL FEEDBACK on their work.)
1) Full Feedback on your script
2) Actors performance video reading of your script
3) Blog interview promotion.
4) Podcast interview on the Film Festival ITunes show


MYSTERY Short Story Festival:

MYSTERY Short Story Festival (automatic acceptance) – Deadline April 19th

Submit your MYSTERY Short Story to the Festival here and we will automatically have it performed by a professional actor and turned into a promotional video for yourself.


HISTORY Novel Festival:

HISTORY Novel Festival (3 options to submit) – Deadline April 19th

History is a narrative that describes, analyzes, and questions past events, and examines the patterns of cause and effect. It’s a collection of stories told by many different people, and is subject to constant revision and reinterpretation.

3 options to submit: 1st chapter. full novel. performance reading.


ODE Poetry Contest – FREE:
https://wildsoundwritingfestival.submittable.com/submit/300717/ode-poetry-contest

Submit your poem for free and get it showcased on the platform. Other options for poetry video reading, and/or poetry movie.


ENVIRONMENTAL Film & Screenplay Festival:


Today’s Writing Deadlines: April 18, 2025

Submit to these exciting festivals today. Festivals that offer feedback from the industry, plus performance videos.

HISTORICAL FICTION Short Story Festival (everyone wins):
https://festivalfordrama.com/historical-fiction-short-story-festival/

Submit your HISTORICAL FICTION Short Story to the Festival here and we will automatically have it performed by a professional actor and turned into a promotional video for yourself.

A historical fiction story is a fictional story that takes place in the past and incorporates details about the time period to achieve authenticity. These details can include social norms, customs, traditions, and manners. Historical fiction stories can include actual historical figures or events, but the people and their actions are invented by the author.


CRIME/MYSTERY Novel Festival:
https://crimemysteryfestival.com/crimemystery-novel-festival/

Garner FULL FEEDBACK on your crime/mystery novel by our committee of industry professionals. Get a transcript reading of your book performed by professional actors at the Crime/Mystery Festival and made into a promotional video for your novel.


1st SCENE Screenplay Contest:
https://firstscenescreenplay.com/

This festival has a guaranteed 4-tier set up for each accepted script. (No matter what, all screenplays submitted receive FULL FEEDBACK on their work.)
1) Full Feedback on your script
2) Actors performance video reading of your script
3) Blog interview promotion.
4) Podcast interview on the Film Festival ITunes show.


HAIKU Poetry Contest – FREE:
https://wildsoundwritingfestival.submittable.com/submit/300711/haiku-poetry-contest

Also submit for a poetry video reading and/or poetry movie.


WILDsound Film & Screenplay Festival: