Write a short story for a better bedtime routine

With poor sleep such a common complaint, reading a short story at bedtime is a helpful way to unwind at the end of the day and lead naturally into a restful night’s sleep.

That’s why A.Vogel Dormeasan and Your Healthy Living have teamed up once again to run a national short story writing competition.

If you have always thought you could write a short story, or have written short stories but never had them published, why not enter this free competition? You could win one of the four cash prizes - including the £500 first prize - and see your story in print!

You choose the topic and genre - for added inspiration why not read the winning stories of 2011. We are looking forward to receiving your first entries soon!

When to enter

Now! Entries can be submitted at any time before 31 October 2012, but there's no need to wait until then, as each month one of the best will be picked and an excerpt printed in Your Healthy Living and the full story online. These monthly picks will win £50 each. Click on the 'Enter Competition' link above for full details and an order form.