Contest FAQS
Entering
Who can enter?
For now, anyone 18+ residing in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Nordic countries (Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden), the Netherlands, South Africa, Singapore, Hong Kong, India, the Philippines, Mexico, Chile, and Argentina. First-time writers, amateur photographers and award-winners share the same fair stage. Local laws may apply.
What’s the word limit?
200 words max for the story and 50 words max for your photo (title not counted).
How many stories and photos can I submit?
You may submit one story and one photograph per contest / month.
Can I use a pseudonym (pen name)?
Yes! Names stay hidden while voting. After results, we reveal authors using their chosen display name.
What do I write to?
Each month, we introduce a concept in alignment with our sponsors. Your work should respond to that theme.
Is there an entry fee?
No. There’s no fee to enter—the prize pool is funded only by our sponsors.
What languages can I enter in?
English for now, but we encourage you to translate your stories and captions from your preferred language.
Anonymity & Voting
Are entries anonymous?
Yes—names are hidden while voting is open. After the count, we reveal all authors and announce the winners.
How do votes work?
Each entrant may cast up to two votes—one for stories and one for photos. You cannot vote for your own entry. To ensure fairness and foster a community where everyone has an equal chance, we use IP, device, and cookie checks, along with manual reviews.
Who decides the winners?
Can I ask people to vote?
Prizes & Sponsors
Who funds the prizes?
Sponsors—not entry fees.
How many winners are there?
One to three winners per contest. Prize splits/amounts appear on the month’s Contest page.
How are prizes paid?
Via PayPal or Wise within 14 days of the announcement.
Do you publish the prize pool and winners?
What about taxes?
Prize payments may be taxable in your country. We can’t provide tax advice—please check local rules.
Timeline
How often is the contest?
Monthly. Dates are on The Contest page (Australia/Brisbane time).
How long is voting?
What if there’s a tie?
We apply a transparent tie-break (e.g., highest verified vote total, then editor review for rule compliance).
Tie-break details are on the month page.
Rules & Content
What’s allowed?
Original short fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, or photography with caption—anything that responds to the concept. Keep it respectful; see Contest Rules.
Do I keep my rights?
Yes. You retain copyright. By entering, you grant Zafraedia a non-exclusive licence to publish your piece on our site/socials/book/ads for the contest and archive.
Moderation
We have a moderation team. We may edit minor formatting issues or remove entries that break the rules or harm other people from our community.
What’s not allowed?
Plagiarism, hate speech, targeted attacks, or content that violates our standards. Strict no-bullying, no-harassment policy. This is enforced.
Support
I didn’t get a confirmation.
Check spam. If missing, email [email protected]
with your entry title and submission time and we might be able to locate it.
Can I edit/withdraw my entry?
You may edit or withdraw your entry anytime before the contest deadline. After the deadline, entries are locked and cannot be changed.
Still have more questions?
Check our Terms and Conditions. Or email us at [email protected].
Why “Inspiredia”? The name blends inspire—to ignite creativity, courage, and new perspectives—with -edia, a nod to encyclopedia. Inspiredia embodies a collective harvest of inspiration and knowledge, nurtured and shared by a global community.
Cat West, Creator