The 13th Annual Ventura County Writers Club Short Story Contest opens September 1, 2012, and closes on October 15. New youth category added to contest. The top three adult winners will receive a cash prize: first place $500; second place $250; and third place $125. In the youth category, winners will also receive cash prizes: first place $100; second place $75; and third place $50. For more information, go to http://www.venturacountywriters.com/contests/short-story