@aejackson - This is a nice way to do a contest and gain engagement with your posts. Have you checked into Narrative? Another way to earn money for good content. I have the Flash Fiction niche there, would love to see some of your posts come there! Here's a fast link (no, this in not a referal - just an invitation from me to check it out!)

If you enjoy writing short fiction stories (less than 1,000 words) I'd love to have you join me on Narrative. Here's a link directly to my niche Flash Fiction:

Join me on Narrative

Get in on the ground floor and see what it's all about. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me in the comments.