Deadline: June 11, 2023
About the competition
The annual Atlas Shrugged novel essay contest. Atlas Shrugged is a popular classic novel by Ayn Rand. It is a heroic mystery story with uplifting philosophical themes, inspiring millions.
Contestants must choose a prompt and write a 800-1,600 word essay in which they analyze and make an argument about an aspect or plot point.
The first-place winner will get $10,000, 3 winners will get second-place and $2,500 each, and 5 winners will get third place and $500 each. 25 finalists will receive $100 each and 50 semi-finalists will get $25 each.
Competition guidelines
- Contestants must choose a prompt and write a 800-1,600 word essay in which they analyze and make an argument about an aspect or plot point.
- The first-place winner will get $10,000, 3 winners will get second-place and $2,500 each, and 5 winners will get third-place and $500 each. 25 finalists will receive $100 each and 50 semi-finalists will get $25 each.
- Read the whole guideline and submit your entry here.
