Signs and Sighs

ALRIGHT. Simplest new-write (fine, pre-writes okay too) contest EVER.

Write me a story, whatever length, whatever time period, whatever type of story, etc. It only needs to consist of one of two things-

1. Symbols
2. Melancholy

If it has both, then that's better for you. (If you need an idea of what I'm talking about, read my story "Boiled Peanuts" or something like Gary Alexander's story "Palisades Park.")

Once again, it can be long, short, coarse, sweet, simple, complex, anything that you feel is appropriate. The only thing that matters is the feeling you impart. Message me if you have questions. I'll up the points if the stories show a lot of input and effort.

RULE
1. I have the right to DQ you if your story does not contain recognizable symbols or is completely off subject to make room for new authors.

Contest is Over

  • Contest was judged on November 2, 2008
  • Rewards: Gold: 200, Silver: 100, Bronze: 50
  • Final notes:
    Hey everyone! Thank you for entering my contest. Most of you had a pretty good grasp of the mood I was looking for, but only "Parcel and Paperclips" really cinched that AND symbolism. You all did a fantastic job, hope to see you around!

Contest Winners

  1. Parcel and Paper Clip
    She made up songs about Eloise the invisible witch, who snatched up children in the night and sewed them into dolls
    by hobo kiti 1000 words, 2 comments, on Oct 18 4:49 PM 2008
    Gold trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  2. Martin
    When you are at a low ebb you seem to gravitate to others in similar circumstances. Martin was like that. Both he and I were going throug
    by ken44 800 words, 2 comments, on Oct 15 11:40 PM 2008. In Pain
    Silver trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  3. Brotherly Love?
    In loving memory of Jeys Endleton1
    by Much-Dipstick 1600 words, 47 comments, on Aug 8 7:56 PM 2008
    Bronze trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. Prewrite [remove]
  4. Truth
    Once, long ago or in the far future (it doesn't matter which), the
    earth was covered in cities.
    by Minorchar 800 words, 3 comments, on Oct 25 9:34 PM 2008
    • Commented on by judge. Prewrite [remove]

Entries [12]

1 - 12 of 12
  • The last desire
    by lavanya 3800 words, 27 comments, on Oct 15 4:54 AM 2008. In Adult, Contest., Dark, Erotica, Fantasy, Love, Paranormal[ghost], Strange
    • Viewed by judge.
  • Behind Closed Doors
    by detty 800 words, 2 comments, on Oct 20 8:20 AM 2008. In Depression, Parenting
    • Commented on by judge.
  • Autumn in the Park
    The fall leaves blew in circles across the gray sidewalk. The grass was littered with them, its pale green color obscured by their oranges
    by DoubleA 1400 words, 2 comments, on Oct 18 7:54 PM 2008. In Fall, Fiction, First person, Love, Memory, Romance, Sad, Seasonal
    • Commented on by judge. Prewrite
  • At Work
    She was usually lively, but today, her bright and curious eyes were clouded. Where a smile had been, she now donned a pout. Every now and
    by stillyoung 1100 words, 3 comments, on Feb 3 4:55 PM 2008
    • Commented on by judge. Prewrite
  • Luke's Love
    Rated: PG
    Summary: Sometimes love has nothing to do with being gay or straight. Sometimes, love has everything to do with finding all the
    by Eddie 2600 words, 19 comments, on Sep 10 2:15 PM 2008
    • Commented on by judge. Prewrite
  • The Chronicles of Princess Rose and Azure
    So much had been happening in the finest land for Rose and Azure. Life had been a little like a rollercoaster ride, seemingly unending. 1
    by Meej 1200 words, 2 comments, on Oct 1 1:10 AM 2008
    • Commented on by judge. Prewrite
  • Never Again
    Never again1 / Never again will we be broken / Our voices silenced by the pain / Never again our cries unspoken / Our tears washed away by
    by Writing0Freedom 6100 words, 11 comments, on Jul 20 2:52 PM 2008
    • Commented on by judge. Prewrite

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