Are Writing Contests Worth The Effort?

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Writers do all kinds of things to improve their abilities.

Certain activities take a bit of courage; though, for most folks, writing itself takes a lot courage :-)

Also, a writer is constantly being judged—first by themselves, then by anyone reading their work.

Some feel they need to submit to Literary Contests before they publish—a trial-period to hone their skills…

Some do contests just to, hopefully, win some cash.

A Google search for “literary contests” w...