THIRD annual Mark Twain House & Museum’s "Royal Nonesuch" Humor Writing Contest for writers of all ages from all corners of the globe! 

Recognizing that Samuel Clemens (aka: Mark Twain) began writing at an early age and to encourage other young authors, we welcome submissions for two categories: 

• Adult (age 18 and over at time of submission) at $23 per submission, and
• Young Author (age 17 and under at time of submission) at $13 per submission.
• Submissions fees go towards the preservation of The Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford, CT. This contest is a whole new way for "Twainiacs" to support Mark Twain's legacy. We thank you sincerely!

Celebrity Judges will be announced soon.

Your deadline is Sunday, July 10, 2016. Word limit is 7,000 words. Further guidelines and the submission portal will be released on February 1st.

Submit your original humorous essays and stories for a chance at a cash prize, and best of all - bragging rights! Last year's winners took home $3,500+ in prizes.