> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://penana-1.gitbook.io/penana-guide/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://penana-1.gitbook.io/penana-guide/the-basics/hosting-a-writing-contest/writing-contest-deadlines.md).

# Writing Contest Deadlines

Writing contests are more fun with a deadline!

Writing contests are more fun with a deadline!All writing contests require a finishing time because having a deadline keeps help boost creativity!

Users can set time limits for **one week, two weeks, three weeks, and four weeks** when creating a writing contest.

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If you want to **customize the finishing time for your wiring contest (other than the default options)**, you need to pay 300 Pena Coins to unlock this service.