A prize of $1,000 and publication by the University of North Texas Press is given annually for a collection of short fiction. Submit a manuscript of 100 to 200 pages with a $20 entry fee by August 29. Visit the Web site for complete guidelines.

Glimmer Train Press Short Fiction Award:
A prize of $1,200 and publication in Glimmer Train Stories is given twice yearly for a short story. Online submissions are encouraged. Submit a story of no more than 3,000 words with a $15 entry fee by July 31. Details here.
Creative nonfiction contests:
The Hunger Mountain Creative Nonfiction Prize. Details here.
The Literal Latte Ames Essay Award. Details here.