Westport Writing Group Teams With Fairfield Radio Station On 'Connecticut Voices' Contest

WESTPORT, CT — Westport Writers' Workshop and WSHU Public Radio are accepting submissions for "Connecticut Voices," a writing contest inviting Connecticut residents to submit original stories inspired by the theme, "What Haunts You?"

Organizers are seeking original stories between 500 and 700 words that explore personal experiences, memories or other interpretations of the theme.

The contest winner will receive a $250 cash prize and the opportunity to record the winning story for broadcast on WSHU Public Radio. The first runner-up will receive $100, and the second runner-up will receive $50. Winning entries also will be published on the WSHU and Westport Writers' Workshop websites.

Submissions will be accepted from Sept. 1 through Oct. 1. Complete contest rules and submission guidelines are available at https://westportwriters.org/wshu-www-writing-contest/.

Organizers also are offering a free online writing workshop on Saturday, Sept. 10, covering writing for brevity and writing for radio. The workshop will be hosted by Terry Sheridan and Suzanne Farrell Smith. Additional information is available at https://westportwriters.org/wshu-www-writing-contest/.

According to the organizers, "Connecticut Voices" is intended to highlight storytelling by Connecticut writers while encouraging participants to reflect on experiences, memories and mysteries that have shaped their lives.

About WSHU Public Radio

WSHU Public Radio serves Connecticut and Long Island with trusted news, thoughtful conversation, and cultural programming that informs and connects communities throughout the region. Programs are available on the air at 91.1FM, on the WSHU and NPR apps, and via smart speaker and via streaming at www.wshu.org.

About Westport Writers’ Workshop

Westport Writers’ Workshop (www.westportwriters.org) is a literary nonprofit based in Fairfield County, CT with the mission of helping writers of all levels develop their craft and creativity. Annually, more than 250 students discover the power of their own voices through WWW free community outreach programs, public events, and scholarships. Additionally, WWW offers over 100 multi-week workshops per year as part of regular programming.