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This May, we’re heading for the stars!

Join our writing challenge "Stardust & Signals" dedicated to cosmos and sci-fi, open to both fanfiction and original stories. Whether your idea lives in a distant galaxy, a near-future Earth, or somewhere entirely unknown, this is your space to explore it.

Write a story of at least 1,000 words and let your imagination travel, through space, time, technology, and everything beyond. Any sci-fi or space-related fandom is welcome, and original worlds are just as encouraged!

Submissions are open for the entire month of May, giving you time to build something immersive, bold, or unexpected. Voting begins on May 4th, so readers can start discovering and supporting their favorite stories early, and yes, May the 4th be with you.

Stardust & Signals

🌟 Minimum 1000 words.

🌟 Any fandom, any original story related to cosmos or sci-fi is welcome!

🌟 Any focus, parings, plots, or tags will do.

🌟 Translations are allowed if you are the original author.

🌟 The work you submit must be a new one (i.e., not published on FicFan previously).

🎁 A unique participation gift for every author!

🎁 Extra gift + 100 coins for 3 top-voted authors!

✅ Each work must contain a minimum of 1000 words;

✅ Translations are allowed if you’re the original author and if the work meets the conditions;

✅ Each work must be a new one, (i.e., not published on FicFan previously);

✅ It is prohibited to publish works that violate the Rules of our website.

🚫 No AI;

🚫 Don’t publish anything that violates the Rules of the website.

Don't forget to share your work with your friends! You can vote every day!

Ready your wands and quills, and let your imagination lead the way. You letter has already arrived!

May is here, and with it comes MerMay, a month-long celebration of mermaids, merfolk, and everything beneath the waves. From May 1 through May 31 , we invite you to dive into our daily prompt challenge. Each day brings a new, short prompt designed to spark your imagination. Write for any fandom, any rating, any length.

Writers of all fandoms, ships, and genres are welcome!

Let’s write something brilliant!

Every month we publish a list of prompts that you can use for inspiration and as a useful writer’s exercise.

– Each work should contain a minimum of 300 words;

– Each work must be a new one, (i.e., not published on FicFan previously);

– Each work of this challenge must have a tag Monthly prompts;

– Write the prompts you are using in the notes to the work, so we could check it up;

– You may post works based on prompts during the whole month;

– The challenge finishes with the beginning of the next month!

If you have any questions, you can always send them to our official account for events. Drop a message to FicFest account. We will be happy to help you!

From April 15th to April 30th, we invite you to step into wizarding world yet once again!

Letter from Hogwarts

Some stories never truly end, and the world of magic is one of them. This is a Universe that continues to grow, evolve, and inspire, no matter how many times we return to it. There are always new paths to explore, new perspectives to uncover, and new stories waiting to be told.

🌟 Minimum 700 words.

🌟 Any fandom from the Harry Potter Universe is welcome!

🌟 Any focus, parings, plots, or tags will do.

🌟 Translations are allowed if you are the original author.

🌟 The work you submit must be a new one (i.e., not published on FicFan previously).

🎁 A unique participation gift for every author!

🎁 Extra gift + 100 coins for 3 top-voted authors!

✅ Each work must contain a minimum of 700 words;

✅ Translations are allowed if you’re the original author and if the work meets the conditions;

✅ Each work must be a new one, (i.e., not published on FicFan previously);

✅ It is prohibited to publish works that violate the Rules of our website;

✅ If you can't find the fandom from this Universe that you need, don't hesitate to contact Support! We will help you out in no time!

🚫 No AI;

🚫 Don’t publish anything that violates the Rules of the website.

Don't forget to share your work with your friends! You can vote every day!

Ready your wands and quills, and let your imagination lead the way. You letter has already arrived!

From April 1st to April 14th, we’re embracing chaos, curiosity, and the kind of pairings no one expects!

The Cat Saw It!

Welcome to The Cat Saw It!, a fanfiction challenge dedicated to crack ships and rare pairings: the stranger, the better. Whether it’s an unlikely duo, a crossover no one asked for (but everyone needed), or a pairing that simply shouldn’t work but somehow does, this is your space to explore it.

😻 Minimum 1,000 words.

😻 Any fandom, any unexpected pairing.

😻 And one important detail: a cat must appear somewhere in the story… and IT SAW EVERYTHING.

🙀 The cat doesn’t have to be the focus. It can be in the background, passing through a scene, or quietly observing from a distance... but it was there. It witnessed something, and now that moment is part of your story. 🙀

🎁 A unique participation gift for every author!

🎁 Extra gift + 100 coins for 5 top-voted authors!

✅ Each work must contain a minimum of 1000 words;

✅ A cat 🐈 must appear somewhere in the story… and it saw everything!

✅ Translations are allowed if you’re the original author and if the work meets the conditions;

✅ Each work must be a new one, (i.e., not published on FicFan previously);

✅ It is prohibited to publish works that violate the Rules of our website;

🚫 No AI;

🚫 Don’t publish anything that violates the Rules of the website.

Don't forget to share your work with your friends! You can vote every day!

March is here, and with it comes a fresh start! On March 3rd, we celebrate Writer’s Day — and this year, we’re turning that celebration into a full month of creativity with a special writing challenge:

Spring into Stories!

Unlike our shorter events, this challenge runs through March and focuses on the craft itself. No fandom limits. No pairing restrictions. Crossovers welcome!

To take part in Spring Into Stories, your submission must be a complete story of at least 3,000 words.

Each entry must include one Spring Element and one Story Spark selected from the lists below. These two components should play a meaningful role in your narrative whether as a central turning point or a subtle thread woven into the story. If you feel like using several, be our guest!

🎁 A unique participation gift for every author!

🎁 Extra gift + 100 coins for 5 top-voted authors!

✅ Each work must contain a minimum of 3000 words;

✅ Each work must contain minimum 1 Spring Element and 1 Story Spark from the lists above;

✅ Translations are allowed if you’re the original author and if the work meets the conditions;

✅ Each work must be a new one, (i.e., not published on FicFan previously);

✅ It is prohibited to publish works that violate the Rules of our website;

🚫 No AI;

🚫 Don’t publish anything that violates the Rules of the website.

Don't forget to share your work with your friends! You can vote every day!

The temperature is rising, and this time it’s focused on one fandom only.

From February 16th to February 28th, we’re inviting you to step onto familiar ice with a brand-new writing challenge dedicated entirely to Heated Rivalry fandom.

Welcome to Melting Ice!

This challenge is all about tension, chemistry, unresolved feelings, and everything that simmers beneath the surface. Whether you lean into rivalry, reconciliation, slow burns, explosive confrontations, or quiet emotional shifts — this is your chance to explore it fully!

✍️ Write a story with a minimum of 1000 words.

✍️ Feeling crossovery? No problem!

✍️ Any pairing goes!

You can stay fully within canon, rewrite moments, explore alternate timelines, or throw your favorite characters into unexpected crossover chaos. As long as Heated Rivalry remains at the core, the ice is yours to crack.

We believe effort deserves to be rewarded — whether you’re writing or reading.

🎁 A unique participation gift for every author!

🎁 Extra gift + 100 coins for 5 top-voted authors!

🎁 A special gift for 📖Readers📖 who comment!

RULES:

✅ Each work must contain a minimum of 1000 words;

✅ Each work must be based on Heated Rivalry fandom;

✅ Translations are allowed if you’re the original author;

✅ Each work must be a new one, (i.e., not published on FicFan previously);

✅ It is prohibited to publish works that violate the Rules of our website;

🚫 No AI;

🚫 Don’t publish anything that violates the Rules of the website.

Don't forget to share your work with your friends! You can vote every day!

These gifts will be available for limited time only! Don't hesitate to bring some love and joy to your favorite authors, readers and assistants! Show your special love to a special someone!

And if you want to stay in touch and learn about all the upcoming events beforehand, subscribe to our newsletter!

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Love is rarely simple. Sometimes it’s messy, confusing, poorly timed, or indistinguishable from obsession, loyalty, or something else entirely. If that sounds like your kind of story, we have good news.

From February 1st to February 15th, we’re inviting you to take part in our new writing contest: Love but Complicated.

This contest is all about exploring relationships that don’t fit neatly into a box. Romantic or not-so-romantic, mutual or one-sided, healthy or questionable — if it makes readers stop and wonder “what exactly is this?”, you’re doing it right.

✍️ Write a story with a minimum of 700 words.

✍️ Choose one of the 7 official prompts — or more than one, if inspiration strikes!

✍️ Base your work on the selected prompt(s) in any way you like.

You’re free to interpret the prompts creatively. Twist them, subvert them, combine them, or take them somewhere unexpected. As long as the story is rooted in the idea of love being complicated, you’re on the right track.

• “They love you. They just won’t save you.” Explore love that has limits.
• “A love letter that was never meant to be read.” Not necessarily romantic. Could be a report, a journal, or an unsent message.
• “The last person who should understand you… does.” Connection between unlikely characters.
• “This isn’t jealousy. It’s something worse.” Examine possession, fear of replacement, or moral conflict.
• “Two people agree never to name what this is.” And stick to it.
• “Love expressed through refusal.” Saying no as an act of care.
• “A promise that shouldn’t have been made.” But was.

This time, the spotlight isn’t just on the writers. You can leave a comment answering one simple but deceptively tricky question: “Was it love or something else?”. Show your support and engage into discussions!

We believe effort deserves to be rewarded — whether you’re writing or reading.

🎁 A unique participation gift for every author!

🎁 Extra gift + 100 coins for 5 top-voted authors!

🎁 A special gift for... Readers who comment!

Yes, reading counts. Commenting counts. Everythings counts in right amounts!

If you enjoy stories that blur the line between affection and confusion, devotion and denial, or love and something that refuses to be named, this contest is for you!

Love but Complicated

RULES:

✅ Each work must contain a minimum of 700 words;

✅ Each work must be based on one of the 7 prompts;

✅ Please, put the prompt that you used in the Notes;

✅ Translations are allowed if you’re the original author and your work fits the narrative;

✅ Each work must be a new one, (i.e., not published on FicFan previously);

✅ It is prohibited to publish works that violate the Rules of our website;

✅ To get a Reader's gift you'll have to read any work (or works!) and comment, answering the question "Was it Love or Something else?";

🚫 No AI;

🚫 Don’t publish anything that violates the Rules of the website.

So, let's buckle up our seat-belts and asnwer the question that is on everyone's mind: Was it Love or something else?

We’ve decided to give our Naughty or Nice contest a little extra time. With the festive season in full swing, we know many of you are juggling celebrations, family, and a long list of end-of-year commitments. To make sure everyone who wants to participate has a fair chance, we’re extending the contest timeline.

The contest has been extended up to the 7th of January 2026!

Naughty or Nice?

And just a little reminder of the Lists of prompts...

✨The Nice List:✨

• Small acts matter
• Helping hand
• Father Xmas
• Hot chocolate
• An old song
• Making amends
• Ask Nicely

😈The Naughty List:😈

• Breaking the rules
• All is fair
• Krampus
• Wasted!
• A thief
• No regrets
• Demand and order

Take a breath, enjoy the season, and write when you can. And we’ll be here, happily waiting to read your entries!

Get ready to end the year with a burst of creativity! From December 24 to December 30, writers are invited to participate in the “Naughty or Nice?” contest — a festive challenge where you choose your path: sweet or mischievous.

Participants must write a story of at least 1,000 words, inspired by any prompt from either of the two themed lists:

✨ The Nice List — wholesome, uplifting, gentle ideas.

😈 The Naughty List — chaotic, mischievous, rule-breaking ideas.

Naughty or Nice?

Your choice determines your reward: use a prompt from Nice List to get a Nice Gift and a prompt from Naughty List to get a Naughty Gift. And if you're feeling greedy (and we don't blame you!) and want to get both gifts, then write two separate works, each based on a prompt from a different list!

✨The Nice List:✨

• Small acts matter
• Helping hand
• Father Xmas
• Hot chocolate
• An old song
• Making amends
• Ask Nicely

😈The Naughty List:😈

• Breaking the rules
• All is fair
• Krampus
• Wasted!
• A thief
• No regrets
• Demand and order

Top-5 most voted for authors will get 100 coins as well!

RULES:

✅ Each work must contain a minimum of 1000 words;

✅ Each work must be based on one prompt from either the Naughty or Nice List;

✅ Please, put the prompt that you used in the Notes;

✅ Translations are allowed if you’re the original author and your work fits the narrative;

✅ Each work must be a new one, (i.e., not published on FicFan previously);

✅ It is prohibited to publish works that violate the Rules of our website;

🚫 No AI;

🚫 Don’t publish anything that violates the Rules of the website.

Whether you're in a soft and cozy mood or feeling delightfully chaotic, this is the perfect chance to show your range as a storyteller. Let the fun begin!

It's THAT time of the year! Don't hesitate to celebrate this festive season with the old and new gifts!

We’re excited to share a new update that will make participating in our events easier and more enjoyable than ever. Starting this month, we’ll be sending out a dedicated mailing with early announcements about all upcoming challenges, themed months, contests, and community activities. We want to make sure every writer and reader in our community has the chance to join in comfortably, and this new early-update system is a big step toward that.

No more last-minute rush! Just everything you need delivered right to your inbox. If you’re not subscribed yet, now is the perfect moment. You won’t want to miss what’s coming next!

Be the first to get the News!

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Our Requests section is a special place where anyone can share ideas with authors.

Each month, we’ll select the most popular request and reward its creator with a unique gift and some coins! We’ll be looking at the number of likes, bookmarks, and works inspired by it.

Even if you don’t feel like writing something yourself, you can still encourage others and spark their creativity. Go on — become someone’s Muse!

To Requests!

Twice a month, all authors and readers can ask for and give feedback. This is a community-based activity, so it relies on everyone’s participation to keep things fair. Share a link to the work you’d like reviewed and don’t forget to return the favor!

It’s a wonderful way to discover hidden gems you might never have found otherwise, and to make someone’s day just by spreading a little kindness.

Visit the official FicFest blog here to learn more and take part:

Commenters Unite!

🎄 Monthly Prompts are back! As the year winds down and the world wraps itself in blankets, lights, and warm drinks, we invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and write something comforting. Whether you're writing about a snowy evening, a shared cup of cocoa, a long-awaited reunion, or the glow of candles in the dark, there's a prompt waiting to wrap you in a little warmth.

🎄 The rules are the same: 300 words minimum, work must be a new one (not published on FicFan before), use tag Monthly prompts.

🎄 At the end of the challenge we will randomly pick 3 lucky authors who will get prizes!

🎄 Visit the official FicFest blog here to learn more and pariticipate:

December Prompts!

Stay tunned and subsribe to the mailing list to get a sneak peek at what you can look forward to in December!

As November comes to a close and the whirlwind of NewNoWriMo settles, we want to take a moment to say something simple, but deeply felt: thank you. Thank you for showing up. Thank you for writing, whether it was a sentence, a chapter, or a full novel. Thank you for trusting us to accompany you through this adventure.

This was our very first time hosting a NewNoWriMo event, and we couldn’t have asked for a kinder, more inspiring community to share the journey with. Every story, every update, every moment of enthusiasm helped shape this experience into something meaningful.

As we grow and improve, your perspective matters enormously. If you have a moment, we would love to hear your thoughts about the event. Your feedback will help us make next year even more special.

Feedback Form

Now that NaNoWriMo is officially over, it’s the perfect time to take a breath, look at what you’ve built, and begin the next step of the journey: polishing, editing, and sharing your work with the world. If you haven’t posted your project yet, consider this your invitation. Your story deserves to be read.

Readers, your role isn’t over either. This is a wonderful moment to explore the NaNoWriMo tag, discover fresh works from the challenge, and support the authors who poured their time and heart into their November writing.

Thank you, again, for being with us and sharing your ideas, your stories, and the worlds you created!

So... It has begun!

Dramatic music is still playing somewhere but we don't have enough time or patience for that, do we? We have a novel to write! A 50k words novel, to be exact.

This month is the month of NewNoWriMo, that is why we decided to take a break from our tradition of monthly prompts. Let's dive headfirst into that big story idea you’ve been holding onto, whether it’s an original novel, or a longfic.

Here’s how you can join in this month:

NewNoWriMo!

🎃Halloween is here — and we’re treating you to something fang-tastic! 👻

🎃This year, you can send 3 FREE Halloween gifts to anyone you like. From cute pumpkins to creepy surprises, it’s the perfect way to share the spooky spirit!

🎃Don’t miss out — these free treats vanish after Halloween night! 🕸️

🎃Just click “Gifts” on the profile page of the user you want to surprise with a gift or two, and let’s all enjoy the spirit of Halloween!

The event has officially started, and now you can join in with your own work! Head over to the Contest section and add your entry to join the fun.

To the Masquerade!

You can vote once a day for one of the submissions (but not your own), leave comments, and give likes to support the authors. Remember — readers who aren’t shy about showing their support will be rewarded!

Your submission can be an original story or a fanfiction — any fandom, any genre is welcome! The rules are simple: at least 700 words, featuring any mystical creature of your choice and one of the cursed objects from the list. The object just needs to be mentioned; it doesn’t have to be central to your story (and it doesn’t even need to be cursed, actually!).

Unique gifts await — along with a handful of coins — for those who decide to join the fun! The Masquerade of Shadows has begun!

As the nights grow longer and the air turns colder, a whisper spreads through FicFan... the Masquerade of Shadows is about to begin! From November 20 to November 27, writers are invited to join a 7 day Halloween-themed challenge filled with eerie objects, mystical creatures, and stories that blur the line between beauty and fear.

Your task is simple — and yet not at all. Write a story of at least 700 words that includes one mystical creature (ANY! It’s your call!) and one cursed object from the list below. Step into the ballroom of shadows, where nothing is as it seems, and every mask hides a secret...

🕸️ Authors who complete the challenge (at least 700 words, including one mystical creature and one cursed object from the list) will receive a unique profile gift and 100 coins as a reward!

🕷️ The 3 authors who receive the most votes will be crowned as the night’s brightest storytellers — earning an additional 100 coins and another exclusive profile gift!

🦇 Dear Readers, your support means the world to our writers! To thank you, we’ve prepared something special for you too. Everyone who comments on works participating in the contest will receive a unique Readers-only gift and 50 coins! Please, keep it real, though — AI-generated comments are not allowed.

🎃 Questions or doubts? Shoot a message to our Support that is always open for you. Reach out anytime, and we’ll be happy to help.

🎃 The Masquerade of Shadows starts on the 20th of November. You will be able to start posting your entries then on the page of the Contest. The link to the Contest will appear on the 20th of November.

🎃 Prepare your masks and light your candles — the Masquerade of Shadows begins soon, and once it does, there’s no turning back!

RULES:

✅ Each work must contain a minimum of 700 words;

✅ Each work must contain any mystical creature and one cursed object from the list;

✅ Please, put the object of the list that you used in the Notes;

✅ Translations are allowed if you’re the original author and your work fits the narrative (at least, 1 object from the list and any mystical creature of your choice);

✅ Each work must be a new one, (i.e., not published on FicFan previously);

✅ It is prohibited to publish works that violate the Rules of our website;

🚫 No AI;

🚫 Don’t publish anything that violates the Rules of the website.

As October arrives and the nights grow longer, a new challenge awaits: 31 Prompts of Fear and Comfort. Each day of the month offers a fresh spark of inspiratio, some eerie, some soothing, all perfect for weaving short drabbles into the spirit of the season. From flickering candles and strange shadows to warm blankets and safe arms, the prompts are designed to balance the chill of fear with the warmth of comfort.

Writers of all fandoms, ships, and genres are welcome!

Let’s write something brilliant!

October prompts!

Every month we publish a list of prompts that you can use for inspiration and as a useful writer’s exercise.

At the end of the challenge we will randomly pick 3 lucky authors who will get prizes!

The more works based on the monthly prompts you publish, the more chances you get to win!

Note: one person can get only one prize, so everyone has a chance to win.

– Each work should contain a minimum of 300 words;

– Each work must be a new one, (i.e., not published on FicFan previously);

– Each work of this challenge must have a tag Monthly prompts;

– Write the prompts you are using in the notes to the work, so we could check it up;

– You may post works based on prompts during the whole month;

– The challenge finishes with the beginning of the next month!

If you have any questions, you can always send them to our official account for events. Drop a message to FicFest account. We will be happy to help you!

🍂We’re welcoming the new season with a fresh selection of autumn-themed gifts! These special items are now available, but only for a limited time.🍂

🎁Celebrate the season with unique rewards designed to capture the cozy spirit of autumn: perfect for treating yourself or sharing with others. Don’t miss your chance to send them out before they’re gone.🎁

Get Ready for NewNoWriMo 2025

Dear Writers and Friends,

NewNoWriMo 2025 is nearly here, and we couldn’t be more excited to experience it with you. As many of you know, our community is dedicated to fanfiction, original stories and creative storytelling, and this November we’ll be hosting NewNoWriMo together right here. It’s a wonderful opportunity to push ourselves, explore new ideas, and bring stories to life.

Preptober Support

We’ll be sharing preparation materials in this mailing list throughout the month: worksheets, planning guides, and practical tips to help you map out your ideas, develop characters, and set yourself up for success.

Join preptober mailing list:

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Discord server

Progress tracking

Starting in November, you’ll have access to an online tracker that automatically records the word count of the works you publish during NewNoWriMo, letting you watch your progress grow in real time.

Community

Each writer will have a personal blog to share their progress and challenges, and we can all support one another with likes and comments.

Help us improve

This will be our first time hosting an event on this scale, and we want to be honest about that. We’re passionate about making this a fun and supportive experience for everyone, and we’d love to hear your thoughts. Suggestions, ideas, and feedback are not only welcome but deeply appreciated, they’ll help us improve and shape the event into something truly special.

What features are essential for you? Take a 5 minute survey, we really want to know your thoughts.