A Midsummer Tale Narrative Writing Contest 2023
Calling all aspiring young writers! We are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated A Midsummer Tale Narrative Writing Contest 2023, exclusively tailored for students from preschool to senior school. This captivating contest, centered around the scintillating theme of "Best Friends Forever," provides a unique platform for students to showcase their creative prowess in the realm of non-genre fiction and creative nonfiction.
About the Contest
At A Midsummer Tale Narrative Writing Contest 2023, we delve into the profound complexities of friendships through storytelling. Picture those optimistic yearbook signatures, and imagine immortalizing those once-inseparable BFFs in your narrative. Whether you choose to explore a now-troubled friendship or a completely severed bond, we invite you to craft a compelling tale that captures the essence of these relationships.
Take your readers on a journey through the hot summer months, infusing your story with the warmth and energy of the season. Let the theme of Best Friends Forever permeate every sentence and weave its magic into your narrative, guiding your characters through the twists and turns of their troubled or severed friendship. Will the pieces be reassembled or is it time to bid farewell to what once was?
With a word count ranging from 1,000 to 5,000 words, you have ample space to explore your creativity and craft a narrative that will leave an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of our esteemed judges.
Contest Guidelines
To ensure a smooth submission process, please adhere to the following guidelines:
- Clearly indicate whether your story falls under fiction or creative nonfiction
- If you choose to submit creative nonfiction, kindly mention if names have been altered to protect privacy
- The submission deadline is June 21, 2023, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time, so mark your calendars and don't miss this exciting opportunity
- Submit your entries via email to amtcontest23@toasted-cheese.com with the subject line: A Midsummer Tale Contest Entry
- Rest assured that all entries will undergo a blind judging process by our esteemed judge, Beaver. The decisions made by our judge will be final and binding
Prizes
We understand that recognition and rewards add a cherry on top of any successful endeavor. Therefore, we are delighted to announce the following prizes:
- Winning stories will be showcased in the prestigious September issue of Toasted Cheese, granting you invaluable exposure and a chance to shine among your peers
- If we receive 50 or fewer eligible entries, the first-place winner will be awarded a generous $35 Amazon gift card, while the second-place winner will receive a delightful $10 Amazon gift card
- If the number of eligible entries surpasses 51, the stakes are raised even higher. The first-place winner will be bestowed with a remarkable $50 Amazon gift card, followed by a splendid $15 Amazon gift card for the second-place winner and a gratifying $10 Amazon gift card for the third-place winner
For more details and updates, we encourage you to visit the contest announcement post on our website. You can also stay in the loop by following Toasted Cheese on Twitter. Prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey of literary exploration and leave an everlasting impression with your storytelling prowess!
