Secret Attic has risen like the phoenix under the auspices of the original owner, Deb. It is a friendly writing site, running a variety of competitions to suit all needs. It was a fantastic refuge dur... See more
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During some terrible months in my life, when the pandemic was rampant, Secret Attic was one resource that got me through the harsh times. The weekly and monthly competitions gave me something to loo... See more
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I have written narratives for Secret Attic for around four years now. Many have been selected for publication, which is highly motivational for an amateur scribbler. I have won a few competitions, so... See more
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10/10 would recommend - even though it only goes up to 5 stars! 😆 In all seriousness, as a writer, I hit writer’s blocks OFTEN!! And, even though I don’t enter the competitions personally, it’s w... See more
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March 2024 - UPDATE - Secret Attic is back... again. Run by the original Founder, Deb. Monthly short story & flash fiction contests - The Weekly Write and the Annual Short Story competition. "Sometimes, it’s the familiar challenges that bring out the best in us. So, let’s say, ‘Here we go again’ and give it our all."
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- secret-attic.co.uk
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I am a slave to this site
I am a slave to this site. since lockdown 1 I have tried to write every day, whether that is a covid diary entry or a short or longer story or a revision of a piece of work that didn't quite hit the nail on the head. Sometimes my imagination is devoid of ideas, but I find I can take leads and from the prompts and pictures as well as inspiration from other contributors. No other site does this. I have entered their competitions, but their canvas is wide open, I find I need some ideas prompting at times. And occasionally, I get a story selected which is like finding gold and makes me feel I can do this writing malarkey when I put my mind to it, and there is a joy that someone else is reading my stuff and appreciating it enough to share amongst other readers. Of course I wish it happened more often, but that is down to me to write better and that will only come from practise. So, thank you Secret Attic for giving me the impetus I need to keep working on this lockdown hobby beyond (hopefully) any more lockdowns.
May 31, 2021
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The Secret Attic is in my DNA
The Secret Attic is in my DNA! I’ve had some of my stories selected which really is an honour, and I was amazed to be a ‘Weekly Write winner! I love the challenge of the weekly prompt, and the ‘Picture This’ competition always gets my creative juices flowing. I always look forward to receiving the hard copy booklet, mainly to read how the other authors have interpreted the picture. This is a great website, run by dedicated people, and I thoroughly recommended it to both experienced and new writers.
May 31, 2021
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Inspiring and encouraging.
Inspiring and encouraging, Secret Attic is a family feel platform for all writers. Each month a variety of competitions offer opportunities to see work published. Highly recommended.
May 31, 2021
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Hooked
Once I discovered Secret Attic I became a fan. I enjoy the weekly words competition. I've been selected a few times but it's the joy of writing a response to the prompts which keeps me going. I have had a win in the monthly short story competition too. Spent the winnings on entry fees to other competitions.
A great organisation.
May 29, 2021
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As a newbie writer
As a newbie writer, I have found Secret Attic to be a great resource.
May 29, 2021
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Secret Attic is an excellent website to…
Secret Attic is an excellent website to nurture and encourage writers. The competitions are well organised and communication is always really good between Secret Attic and myself. I would wholeheartedly recommend anyone who loves writing to use the website and get involved with this fantastic writing community.
May 29, 2021
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Absolutely love this group
Absolutely love this group. They are putting out quality work, and pay promptly! Dutch
May 29, 2021
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