Read our October issue of Scrap Paper to learn about upcoming submission deadlines as well as November activities like National Novel Writing Month and a virtual open mic. If you’re undecided on whether to enter Ann Arbor’s Hopwood Writing Contests, see our interview with Jina Bhagat, a 2023 Hopwood Award winner. We talked with her about her contest experience and tips for writers preparing to enter their work.
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