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How do PubliWrite competitions work?

How do PubliWrite competitions work?

PubliWrite occasionally runs writing competitions, campaigns, and themed creative opportunities for authors and readers.
Each competition may have its own rules, eligibility requirements, timeline, prizes, judging process, and promotional benefits. For this reason, authors should always check the specific competition page or announcement before entering.


Are the rules the same for every competition?

No. The rules may be different for each PubliWrite competition.
Depending on the competition, the rules may include details such as:

  • Theme or writing prompt
  • Word count
  • Accepted language or languages
  • Submission deadline
  • Review period
  • Winner announcement date
  • Required book format
  • Whether the story must be written in PubliWrite’s editor
  • Whether collaborators are allowed
  • Whether AI-generated content is allowed or restricted
  • Content and originality requirements
  • How the submission should be published or submitted

Before entering, always read the rules for that specific competition.


Who can enter PubliWrite competitions?

Eligibility may vary depending on the competition.
In general, competitions may require participants to:

  • Have a PubliWrite account
  • Submit original work
  • Own or have the rights to the submitted content
  • Follow the competition theme
  • Submit the work before the deadline
  • Follow PubliWrite’s content and community guidelines
  • Agree to the platform’s Terms & Conditions

Some competitions may include additional requirements, so always check the active competition details.


How are winners selected?

Winner selection may depend on the structure of each competition.
Depending on the campaign, winners may be selected based on factors such as:

  • Reader reviews
  • Ratings
  • Internal review
  • Editorial or team evaluation
  • Competition-specific scoring rules
  • A combination of reader activity and PubliWrite review
  • A raffle or random draw, where applicable

For some past competitions, PubliWrite used a scoring system based on the Bayesian Weighted Rating formula. However, this may not apply to every future competition.
The exact winner selection method will be explained in the rules for each active competition.


How are prizes delivered?

Prize delivery may also depend on the competition and the type of prize offered.
Prizes may include:

  • Cash prizes
  • Promotional support
  • Book features
  • Social media visibility
  • Marketplace or homepage visibility
  • Physical gifts
  • Other campaign-specific benefits

If a cash prize is offered, PubliWrite may need to verify the winner’s account or payment details before the prize can be delivered.
If a promotional benefit is offered, the timing and format may depend on PubliWrite’s marketing calendar, campaign schedule, and available promotional placements.


Are promotional benefits guaranteed?

Promotional benefits depend on the specific competition or campaign.
If a competition includes promotional support, the announcement will explain what type of visibility or benefit may be included.
Promotional benefits may vary and do not guarantee sales, reviews, rankings, or specific results.


Where can I find the rules for an active competition?

When a competition is active, PubliWrite may share the rules and details through:

  • The PubliWrite website
  • The helpdesk
  • Social media
  • Email newsletters
  • Platform announcements
  • Community updates

Always use the latest official competition announcement as the main source of information.


Important note

There is no single set of rules that applies to every PubliWrite competition.
Before entering any competition, make sure you read the specific rules, eligibility requirements, deadlines, prize details, and winner selection process for that competition.


Updated on: 02/06/2026

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