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Goldilocks Zone 2025 Contest

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The Goldilocks Zone appears wherever conditions make a planet habitable. Sunspot Lit is looking for the single short story, novel or novella excerpt, artwork, graphic novel, or poem that combines excellence in craft with reader or audience appeal, and thus falls into the Goldilocks Zone. Literary or genre works accepted.

The Goldilocks Zone contest seeks the best blend of craft and appeal. Winner receives $100 plus publication. Authors and artists eligible in all genres/forms. Opens April 1. Closes April 30. Guidelines and entry form on Submittable.