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Write Michigan
Write Michigan is an event series held by Kent District Library, located in Kent County, Michigan, that is dedicated to nurturing and promoting local literary talent.
Our best-known event is the Write Michigan Short Story Contest, an annual statewide competition that began in 2012 and is open to all ages. We also offer a poetry contest for Kent County teens and many free writing events, including two Days Of Learning on September 20 and October 18, 2025.

Important Dates
Entries Accepted
September 1 – November 15, 2025
Review Process
November 18 – December 23, 2025
Semifinalists Announced
January 2, 2026
Public Voting Online / Judges' Review
January 2 - January 23, 2026
Winners Announced
January 28, 2026
Awards Ceremony
March 21, 2026
Write Michigan Blog
Contact Us
Illustration by Adolfo Valle | adolfovallestudios.com
