Some people will talk themselves out of ever sharing their writing with anybody (and we know where this doesn't lead), let alone entering it for a prize; while others will just go for it. I've taught hundreds of students who have short stories hidden on their hard drives. My advice about sending out to competitions is to do so -- and then forget about it. The chances of being nominated or even winning are slight, but at least you've given it a shot. And you keep giving it a shot - submitting, writing, developing your skills and projects - because you are investing in your creativity and future. We have a choice between doing and not doing. One is fuelled by determination and ambition, the other by fear of failure and lack of confidence - instead of choosing to break free. @RSLiterature #WritingCommunity