Co-sponsored by Tashmadada and The Writers Conversation
Contest judged by Lee Gutkind and Leah Kaminsky

Creative Nonfiction, in association with Tashmadada, seeks new essays for a special Australia issue.

Were looking for a variety of perspectivesfrom locals, expats, tourists, or anyone elseand will consider essays of all forms and focuses as long as Australias landscape, people, and/or culture are prominently featured; the stories are true; and submissions are previously unpublished.

Essays must be vivid and dramatic. Writing should combine a strong and compelling narrative with a significant element of research or information, and reach for some universal or deeper meaning. Were looking for well-written prose, rich with detail and a distinctive voice. Essays must be 4,000 words maximum