SIR: Following two successful years, the Lichfield and District Writers 1997 Short Story Competition, is now open for entries. This year's adjudicator is author and creative writing tutor Nick Daws.

Prizes are increased this year to £125, £75 and £25 for first, second and third places respectively and a certificate of achievement goes to all short-listed entrants.

Send a SAE for further details and a copy of the entry regulations to: L&DW Short Story Competition, 133 Park Road, Barton-under-Needwood, Staffs DE13 8DD. Copies of last year's results together with the adjudicator's report are also available on request.

Jane M Rogers

Competition Secretary

Lichfield and District Writers

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