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Unleash Your Winter Imagination: Write, Submit, and Win in the Winter Wonders Trabble Contest
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Dear Writers, Dreamers, Fighters, and Unicorns,
Are you ready to embrace the enchantment of winter and let your creativity shine like frost on a winter morning? The New Literary Society warmly invites you to our Winter Trabble Contest, a cozy challenge to write a 300-word story while letting winter take center stage!
Now, I hear you:
“Julia, what if I’ve never seen snow this year?”
Friend, I get it. Where I live, snowflakes are mostly spotted on ornaments.
Our last epic winter?
2012. We cut three sheep that year, and suddenly everyone in the family thought they were a master sausage maker (don’t judge). We hung the sausages out in the frosty garden, and the sparrows went nuts, pecking at them like it was a free buffet. Honestly, if that’s what made the recipe special, who am I to argue?
But even that’s nothing compared to the legendary blizzards of 1954 — Grandma swore she waded through snow tunnels to her work at the publishing house.
And there is also my great-great grandma’s tale from the 1920s… or was it the 1820s?
Snow or no snow, your winter inspiration doesn’t need a weather forecast! Whether it’s a cold dream, a ski trip memory, a freezer disaster, or simply your imagination running wild, anything goes.
Me? Winter 2012 inspired my YA novel’s dramatic ending that left me wondering, “Will we even wake up tomorrow?”
More recently? Last year’s heating calamity involved five days of Arctic temperatures. I felt like the “Girl with the Matches,” but with my dear Republic of Gamers laptop to keep toasty (thank you, Medium stories!). My brain froze, my skull felt like steel, and… still, I typed like a madwoman.
So, whether you’re thawing your fingers on a keyboard or daydreaming about snowy peaks, let winter inspire your creativity. Write your heart out, submit it, and let us see what icy brilliance you can bring to life!
So… submit now, and let’s make winter unforgettable.
With frosty love and warm laughs,
Julia & The NLS Team
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Why Enter?
🌟 No Fees
🌟 Fantastic Prizes
🌟 Publication Opportunities
🌟 A Supportive Writing Community
Whether you’re dreaming of love under the auroras, a thrilling icy adventure, or a twisty tale in a snowstorm, we can’t wait to see your unique take on Winter Wonders.
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🏆Contest Details🏆
How to Participate
❄️ Theme: Winter Wonders… in all their forms
❄️ Word Limit: 300 words
❄️ Deadline: February 28th, 2025
❄️ Where to Submit: The New Literary Society (use the title format Trabble Contest: [Your Title] and tag #Fiction)
❄️ Additional Requirements: follow our pub, become an active reader and writer for our pub; read and publish at least 20 stories this year (or winter if you are new) with us
❄️ Prizes awarded by: March 15th, 2025
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How to Win
🎉 Prizes
- New Literary Society Prize (Selected by our editors)
- Popularity Prize (Based on claps!)
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🎁 Winner Rewards
- Social media promotion
- Author interview spotlight
- Personalized certificates
- Exclusive artist-designed printables
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Writing Tips to Shine Bright
- Picture Winter’s Magic: Immerse yourself in frosty landscapes, swirling snow, and the warm glow of a fire.
- Shape Your Plot: Explore a character’s secret problem, a pivotal moment, and an unforgettable twist.
- Edit Ruthlessly: Trim and polish until every word sparkles.
- Craft a Standout Title: Hook readers from the start!
- Engage and Clap: Read and support your fellow writers to build connections and inspire one another. Please, let’s work together to build a warm and supportive community.
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