I'm sorry to announce this, but unless we can get any more submissions, the competition is closed
Criteria
/10 Plot – is it original, memorable, clichéd, etc.?
/10 Style/Flow – is the writing smooth, comprehensible and well written? Has the author chosen appropriate words for their story?
/10 Setting – was the setting unforgettable and interesting, or was it clichéd and overdone?
/10 Character – how are the characters developed and portrayed? Are they clichéd or intriguing? Does the author make their character realistic and relatable?
/5 Concept – was there a strong moral or concept to the story?
/5 Spelling/Grammar – 0-3 spelling & grammar mistakes are tolerated but afterwards 0.5 marks off for each mistake. If there are instances where grammar is clearly intentionally ignored to contribute to the mood of the story (artistic licence), then this will be allowed.
/5 Believability – is the story, the characters & their actions realistic given the circumstances? Were they clichéd or unique and thought-provoking?
/5 Consistency – is first/second/third person POV, past/present tense consistent? Does the author change styles?
/5 Resolution – did the story conclude well?
/5 Descriptions – were the descriptions over-written? Underwritten? Did the writer show, not tell?
/5 Dialogue – when read aloud, is the dialogue realistic and flowing? If there is no dialogue, this criterion will be omitted.
The overall mark will be converted into a percentage. Yzabella_Pen & AmbersEatingCake will each judge half of the participants, each nominating the three with the highest percentage. The six will then be revised by both of us and we shall decide upon the final 3.
CONTESTANTS
Nicollettenikki
‘Red: A Retelling {One-Piece Story)’
This is my retelling of the Grimm brothers’ fable, “Little Red Cape," Or more infamously known as "Little Red Riding Hood" Please enjoy this and I am glad you chose to read it.
no-limits
‘Killer Imagination’
John Perkins and Liz Fontenot have been together over and year and deeply love each other. So why are people trying to tell her John doesn't exist?
perfectrain
‘The Girl Who Wished to Be Skinny’
Megan Parker is a 14 year old girl who HATES being fat. She absolutely abhors her body. From her chubby thighs to her hairy arms she just can't stand looking at herself in the mirror. While in the girl's bathroom she wishes that she could be skinny. To her surprise, a fairy godmother appears from sparkle and glitter and tells her that she'll grant her wish but only on one condition. Megan quickly learns that looks aren't the only thing that matters to attract boys, and more importantly, they aren't the only thing that matters in life. A short fairy tale for all ages.
DeliriousMoon
‘Secret Admirer’
When Susan receives a dozen white orchids she's pleased that someone would send her gifts. But as the presents get more and more odd, Susan begins to wonder if the mysterious devotee has a more menacing reason behind his seemingly harmless flattery. Paranoia rising with each passing moment, Susan has nowhere to turn when the secret admirer finally appears.