A Little Girl Steals an Old Hag’s Diary From Her Coffin on All Hallow’s Eve! – Topic, Common Themes, and WINNERS of the WritersWeekly.com Fall, 2023 24-Hour Short Story Contest
What was in the book?!?!
What was in the book?!?!
Snapped cornstalks, a fortune teller’s wagon, fiery red braids flying through a cold autumn wind, a pumpkin contest at the county fair, and so much more! Read 24 years of our Fall contest topics, and join us this weekend!
Every conversation suddenly silenced when a thundering “Thud…BOOM!” sounded in the distance. Every eye turned toward the chalk painted windows. “Thud…BOOM!” …
As with every Summer contest, you can expect some warm weather, sunshine, a sandy beach, a little bit of romance, or suspense, or action…or maybe none of those things! You’ll soon find out! Ha ha ha!!
I noticed that I received a royalty as the result of a “contest.” When you get a moment, can you just let me know what that was all about?
The farmer had never told anyone his secret. As he lay in bed, a spring breeze gently blew the curtains near his head. His only son was kneeling by his side, praying. The old man slowly lifted his hand, crooked his gnarled index finger, and…
As with every Spring contest, you can expect some beautiful flowers, warm breezes, and a little bit of romance, or suspense, or action…or maybe not! You’ll soon find out! Ha ha ha!!
She kept leaving food until she’s spiked that high fever. On her third day in bed, she startled when she heard heavy footsteps on the front stoop…
As with every every Winter contest, you can expect some f-f-f-f-freezing temperatures, some romance, maybe something cozy, or creepy…or maybe none of the above! Ha ha ha!! You’ll soon find out!
“It’s yours now,” the elder said as she handed over the thick stick, its knots and bumps matching her gnarled, arthritic knuckles. “But, be warned…”