Honoring the Cove's WINNERS

I'm attempting to update this Past Winners listing by searching through past posts.  If you find any of the infomation below incorrect, or if you have anything to add, please let me know.  Thanks for your patience while this update continues.

Romance is in the Air
Write a story about ROMANCE!  Perhaps a chance encounter, or two friends who've grown up together and finally 'see' each other as something special, or something humorous with dad involved--just keep it romantic. 

That means NO erotica this month; ratings should be no more than 18+. Also, for this round only, please no same-sex pairings. C'mon folks, this is a writing challenge--you can make it romantic, even sensual, without the erotica.  Think back to when you were dating.... 

The winners for the January 2012 Round are listed below:

First Place 

ID: 1839578   (Rated: 18+) Maria Elena  First Place in Paradise Cove Romance Round by MD Maurice

receives a 25K Awardicon and a Romance merit badge.

Second Place

ID: 1841230   (Rated: 13+) The Commodore's Cupid  You can't stop love... by Hatsuda

receives a 10K Awardicon and a Romance merit badge.

Third Place 

ID: 1780206   (Rated: 13+) The Angel and the Werewolf  When the mask is off, will Gabe recognize love? by Briar Rose

receives a Romance merit badge.

The winner for the Special HOLIDAY 2011 Round is listed below:
Note: Only one place is awarded due to fewer than seven entries.

Prompt
An Old Fashioned Holiday
The holidays always put me in a nostalgic mood. Write a love story that takes place before 1950, and revolves around either Thanksgiving or Christmas, or both.

This round is enhanced, both with an extended deadline and the prizes to be won.

First Place 

ID: 1828918   (Rated: GC) Lavender  How long must a courtship be? by Hatsuda

receives a 25K Awardicon, an Erotica merit badge and 10,000 gift points.

Winners for the SEPTEMBER 2011 Round are listed below:

Prompt
The Old "Popping Out of the Cake" Routine
Little twist!  The person inside the cake is a complete shock to the birthday boy/girl. Maybe it's a friend, maybe it's someone of the same sex, maybe it's someone that goes completely against type ... the possibilities of a shocking birthday cake surprise are endless.

No entries were received this month. 

Winners for the AUGUST 2011 Round are listed below:

Prompt
The Stranger
After a chance meeting while out and about, you place a personal ad for someone you can't get out of your mind. Your ad is answered... but by whom, is it really the person you met and where does it go from there? And yes, you can be single, married, in a relationship ... stretch your imagination. Perhaps this stranger is fulfilling a secret fantasy that you've had, maybe one your spouse/lover/significant other can't (or won't) fulfill?

First Place 

ID: 1804556   (Rated: GC) Learning Curve  Entry for Paradise Cove. Prompt: The Stranger by ~AJ Lyle~

receives a 25K Awardicon.

Second Place

ID: 1805246   (Rated: 18+) The Island  entry for the paradise cove challenge by mela

receives an Erotica Merit Badge and 5000 gift points.

Third Place 

ID: 1805062   (Rated: XGC) Dream lover  When a dream is just too real to be just a dream, magic can happen by Brandi

receives an Erotica Merit Badge.

Honorable Mention: 

ID: 1803465   (Rated: 18+) Twinkling Stars in the Dark Sky  “The memory of this night will live in our hearts forever.” by Bikerider

receives 3000 gift points.

Winner for the JULY 2011 Round is listed below:

Prompt
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater - Erotica Style!
The police are called to investigate the murder at a dinner party. All of the guests are suspect, and some of them will resort to just about anything to get off the hook or shift suspicion to someone else. You're involved in the investigation but are you a suspect? Are you the one investigating? What are you willing to do to solve the crime or escape suspicion? This can take place anywhere, in a mansion, an office building, or even a train - you name it!

First Place will receive an Erotica merit badge, a 10K Awardicon, and 5K GPs.

ID: 1796481   (Rated: XGC) The Wedding Planner's Dilemma  A wedding reception turns deadly and a wedding planner get a new chance at love. by JoDe

Only one winner was awarded due to only three entries submitted.

Hello, I'm Jace Brooke, your guest host this month.
I've kidnapped Jace and I'm keeping him tied up in my favorite closet (with all my toys)  If you want to see him again ... you'll have to make me happy by entering this round and giving me lots of hot erotica to read. That's right, his freedom is in your hands.
I will be allowing Jace to read your comments, so you can communicate with him here:

ID: 1782877   (Rated: GC) Kidnapped - Jace's Story  Yes, I admit it. I've kidnapped the beloved moderator and host of Paradise Cove ... by Brooke-Happy Anniversary Jeff!

June 2011 Prompt

Message from your guest host/kidnapper extraordinaire:
Search your mind and explore this prompt using all the senses. What's behind the mysterious door? Who is this fascinating young lady in the sexy boots? Is there a password to get her to open this door or is it invitation only and no matter how much you beg ... she won't let you in.  Tell me the story that's begging to get out and I'll personally reward you.  Additional prizes depend on the number of contestants ... so get writing!

The image is meant as inspiration. You may adjust the view depending on your preference (m/m etc.) Don't let the gender presence in the image limit you. Also, fantasy is acceptable as one person has already asked. Let your imagination soar and just write! ~ Brooke

Winners for the JUNE 2011 Round are listed below:

First Place will receive a 25K Awardicon.

ID: 1786180   (Rated: GC) Sinfully Sweet  Won first place in the Paradise Cove - Save Jace Round. Deliciously Naughty by MD Maurice

Second Place will receive a 10K Awardicon (or a Romance or Erotica Merit Badge), and 5000 gift points.

ID: 1788699   (Rated: XGC) Behind The Green Door  What can Lisa have planned? Andrew finds out when they go through the green door. by Dianne J

Third Place will receive an Erotica Merit Badge.

ID: 1789837   (Rated: GC) A Turquoise Tryst  Paradise Cove Contest Entry - June 2011 - Turquoise door picture prompt by SoCalScribe is 9 today!

 
Honorable Mentions
For their creativity and originality
"Dorothy"   by Hatsuda
"In the Garden of Earthly Delights"   by JoDe
"The REMEDIATION Room"   by percy goodfellow

April 2011 Prompt
A FANTASY Surprise

Winners for the APRIL 2011 Round are listed below:

Write about your own personal fantasy ... or someone else's fantasy ... or about an erotic encounter in a Fantasy world of your making.  You choose, just as long as Fantasy is involved.  An interesting storyline always helps both your story and your chances. 

First Place
{bitem:}  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon.

Second Place
{bitem:}  Winner of a 10K Ribbon (or a Romance or Erotica merit badge).

Third Place
{bitem:}  Winner of 5000 gift points.

Winners for the February-March 2011 Round are listed below:

Prompt
A Historical Romance Prompt

Everyone uses Valentine's Day for February prompts. We celebrate Presidents Day in February as well. SO ... write your story in a historical setting. Make it romantic or erotic, but NOT in the present day.

Only two entries were received during this round.  Each person received an Erotica merit badge and 5000 gift points for entering.  Congratulations.

Honorable Mentions

ID: 1761622   (Rated: GC) The Scablands  The Scablands were carved out of the earth by melting glaciers at the end of the Ice Age by Among_The_Stars

ID: 1761770   (Rated: GC) The Legend of Long Knife   When cultures clash, and legends are born. by Hatsuda

Winners for the JANUARY 2011 Round are listed below:

Prompt
OPEN Prompt with WINTER Undertones

You may write about any topic or subject this month as long as some aspect of Winter is included or mentioned.

First Place

ID: 1741132   (Rated: GC) Hibernation  Is it possible for a marriage to have everything except love? by Ariana

  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon.

Second Place

ID: 1745939   (Rated: 18+) Summer and Wynter  Augustus has trouble keeping up with his two favorite ladies. by Trevor Prescott

  Winner of a 10K Ribbon (or a Romance or Erotica merit badge).

Third Place

ID: 1744516   (Rated: 18+) Our Time  Michelle and Colin close the distance in their romance. by Purple T-cicle

  Winner of 5000 gift points.

The Winner for the DECEMBER 2010 Round is listed below (only one entry was submitted):

Prompt
The HUMOROUS HOLIDAYS

Does Santa wear boxers or briefs? Passionate does not always mean serious. Your stories this month must be about the Holiday season (any holiday tradition is acceptable) AND should include some aspect of humor!

First Place

ID: 1729561   (Rated: XGC) The Misletoe Tradition  A business partnership is more than sealed with a kiss under the misletoe by Give Me A Break

  Winner of an Erotica Merit Badge

The Winner for the NOVEMBER 2010 Round is listed below (only one winner was selected from four entries):

Prompt
OPEN PROMPT

Because of NaNoWriMo this month, I've decided to make this an OPEN prompt.  You may write about anything your heart desires--just make it passionate and hot!  An interesting storyline always helps both your story and your chances. 

First Place

ID: 1707108   (Rated: GC) Beast  Knight meets dragon. An erotic tale. by Briar Rose

  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon

Winners for the FALL 2010 Round are listed below:

Prompt
ANNIVERSARIES

You may write about the One Month anniversary of a first date, or the Diamond Anniversary of a couple, or anything in between.  Make it romantic AND passionate.

First Place

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  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon and 3200 gift points.

Second Place

ID: 1709958   (Rated: GC) Platinum  A couple celebrates their twentieth anniversary with laughter, love and passion. by Mara ♣ McBain

  Winner of a 10K Ribbon (or a Romance or Erotica merit badge) and 3200 gift points.

Third Place

ID: 1710292   (Rated: GC) Maui & Manhattan  Paradise Cove Entry - Sept 2010 - A one-month or diamond anniversary by SoCalScribe is 9 today!

  Winner of 8200 gift points.

Honorable Mentions

ID: 1710750   (Rated: XGC) One-month anniversary  Surprise, Surprise. Has she got a gift for you! by Rogue Writer

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ID: 1717237   (Rated: GC) One Better Way  Aaron can only think of one way to end their anniversary. He didn't consider everything by Ariana

  Winners of 3200 gift points.

Winners for the SUMMER 2010 Round are listed below:

Prompt
AN OPEN PROMPT WITH A CONFLICT CHASER

You may write about any topic you wish as long as the story includes a conflict that must be resolved along the way. It may be a conflict between the romantic parties, or between one of the parties and another character.

First Place

ID: 1702406   (Rated: 18+) Well-Placed Kisses  Love is so much more than a series of well-placed kisses. by Brooke-Happy Anniversary Jeff!

  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon.

Second Place

ID: 1689018   (Rated: 18+) Reunion  Ally's world is about to be torn apart. by Ariana

  Winner of a Romance merit badge.

Third Place

ID: 1702457   (Rated: 18+) The Cat, The Rat, and The Mouse  An old boyfriend finds out just how karma works. by JoDe

  Winner of 5000 gift points.

Honorable Mention

ID: 1689952   (Rated: XGC) Butterfield  Budding romances abound at college. by PurpleHaze - 5 VH2 chapters

  Winner of 2500 gift points.

Winners for the JUNE 2010 Round are listed below:

Prompt
SUMMER LOVING

Summer begins this month (at least for our friends north of the Equator). Write a story that relates to Summer and is as scorching as the days of summer can be. One thing--for this month, all stories must be rated GC or above. I said I wanted HOT!

First Place

ID: 1682188   (Rated: XGC) Paradise Road  You never know who you're going to meet up with over the road... by Jypzi Knight

  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon.

Winners for the MAY 2010 Round are listed below:

Prompt
THE STORY I WAS MEANING TO WRITE....

Yes, once again, there's no prompt--whatever you and your Muse comes up with is fair game.

First Place

ID: 1675312   (Rated: GC) PRAISE IT ON RIO  An advertising agency executive attends a seminar in Rio with his beautiful boss. by Moriarty doing better

  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon.

Second Place

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  Winner of a 10K gift points.

Third Place

ID: 1673458   (Rated: 18+) The Wait  Waiting for Taylor to get home proves problematic... by Trevor Prescott

  Winner of 5000 gift points.

Winners for the APRIL 2010 Round are listed below:

Prompt
THE STORY I WAS MEANING TO WRITE....

Basically, there's no prompt--whatever you and your Muse comes up with is fair game.

First Place

ID: 1664819   (Rated: GC) Sweet, sweet pain.  Giggling isn't allowed. by Jace

  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon.
Note:  This story was written by my_spout, and subsequently transferred to Jace to preserve it.

Second Place

ID: 1662985   (Rated: GC) NIRVANA  Celma pledges lifelong allegiance to Amitav. by Moriarty doing better

  Winner of a 10K Teal awardicon.

Third Place

ID: 1664926   (Rated: XGC) The Gift of Love  There is more to lovemaking than sex.... by JoDe

  Winner of 5000 gift points.

Honorable Mention

ID: 1664646   (Rated: GC) La Gitana  Lizzie meets a gypsy who guides her to love. by Becks the Papyrus

  Winner of 2500 gift points.

Winners for the MARCH 2010 Round are listed below:

Prompts
ST. PATRICK'S DAY  or  FIRST DAY OF SPRING
You may use either event as your theme in your Romantic or Erotic interlude. 

Because fewer than five entries were received, only First Place is awarded this month.

First Place

ID: 1652871   (Rated: 18+) First Spring  A memory written as a Paradise Cove Contest entry by JoDe

  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon.

Winners for the FEBRUARY 2010 Round are listed below:

Prompt
ROMANCE IS IN THE AIR
Tell me the story how you met your spouse, your boy or girl friend, or significant other.  Yes, it's all about Valentine's Day--surely you expected this.  I don't care if the tale is real--just make it sound real. 

First Place

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  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon.

Second Place

ID: 1645141   (Rated: GC) Two Become One  A romantic, intimate tale of how two people met. Based on a true story. For Paradise Cove. by Silva Shado

  Winner of a Romance Merit Badge.

Third Place

ID: 1647854   (Rated: XGC) Seasons  The cycles of one man's relationship. {Adult Content} by HuntersMoon - Gone4Awhile

  Winner of 5000 gift points.

Winners for the JANUARY 2010 Round are listed below:

Prompt
BEGINNINGS
Write about any romantic or erotic encounter involving a NEW relationship. You may also write about renewing an old flame. Anything is game as long as it involves a fresh start.

First Place

ID: 1638965   (Rated: GC) Nothing Wagered, Nothing Won  When it comes to love, some chances are worth taking.~1st place Paradise Cove by Adriana Noir

  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon.

Second Place

ID: 1478195   (Rated: 13+) Iron Horse   A unlikely hero in a big rig comes to the rescue of an abused woman. 2nd ParadiseCove 1/10 by Sammy

  Winner of a 10K Rust awardicon.

Third Place

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  Winner of 5000 gift points.

Winners for the NOVEMBER/DECEMBER HOLIDAY 2009 Round are listed below:

Prompt
The HOLIDAYS
Write about any romantic or erotic encounter involving the Thanksgiving or Christmas holidays. (I'm sorry, but New Years is not included in this prompt.)

First Place

ID: 1625261   (Rated: 13+) Unexpected Gift  Two friends discover something on Christmas Eve. (1st, Holiday 09 Paradise Cove Challenge) by Morgan Adam Internet Problems!

  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon and 15 tickets to "October Fun Raffle" .

Second Place

ID: 1623084   (Rated: GC) Christmas Pixie  Allison experiences Christmas magic that reminds her she deserves more by Ariana

  Winner of a 10K Rust awardicon or a Romance merit badge, and 10 tickets to "October Fun Raffle" .

Third Place

ID: 1625257   (Rated: GC) A Christmas Gift  Kyle and Thomas share the holiday together by Dawn♥Embers

  Winner of 5000 gift points, and 5 tickets to "October Fun Raffle" .

Honorable Mention

ID: 1627732   (Rated: XGC) The Mistletoe Accord - longer version  A mother continues a deal made ages ago to keep Santa delivering gifts. by MeganBlackwell

  Winner of 2500 gift points.

Winners for the OCTOBER 2009 are listed below:

Prompt
ANNIVERSARY
This month my wife and I celebrate 31 years of marriage.  In honor of that achievement, I'd love to read your stories on the subject of ANNIVERSARIES.  You may write about the traditional couple, or a partnered relationship, as long as it deals with this romantic, cyclic occurrence. 

  With only one entry submitted for this round, a winner was not awarded.  The round was not extended due to the extensive participation by many folks in NaNoWriMo 2009. 

ID: 1597190   (Rated: GC) Pillow Talk   Published April 10th 2011 on Every Night Erotica by MD Maurice

received a consolation award for being the sole entry.

Winners for the SEPTEMBER 2009 are listed below:

Prompt
MARRIAGE
This month I'm being old fashioned--marriage is defined as a legal union between a man and a woman.  Anything goes as long as your story impacts both partners in some fashion.

Despite the fact there were fewer than five entries, I decided to award all the posted prizes as I found all the entries to be a delight to read.  This month's awards were increased in honor of WDC's 9th Birthday. Thus:

First Place

ID: 1599045   (Rated: 18+) A Second Chance  Tristan and Rena take a hard look at their floundering marriage. by Purple T-cicle

  Winner of a 25K Rust awardicon and an Erotica merit badge.

Second Place

ID: 1493866   (Rated: 13+) Kansas Rose  Kansas 1870. A dying man arranges a marriage for his own widow. by Briar Rose

  Winner of a 10K Rust awardicon and a Romance merit badge.

Third Place

ID: 1602462   (Rated: GC) Worth the Wait  A long-awaited wedding night... by SoCalScribe is 9 today!

  Winner of an Erotica merit badge.

Honorable Mentions

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  Winner of 4000 gift points.

Winners for the AUGUST 2009 are listed below:

Prompt
OPEN TOPIC
You may write about ANY subject that interests you.  Your imagination provides your bounds.  However, each story must have an INTERNAL conflict going on within your Protagonist (hero or heroine) and an EXTERNAL conflict acting on your Protagonist by anyone else. 

EXAMPLE:  After a bad fight with her boyfriend, Kurt, Mary seeks comfort from Sam and ends up pregnant.  She must decide whether to keep the baby or tell Kurt (Internal conflict).  Sam finds out the baby is his and pursues Mary (External conflict).

Since fewer than five valid entries were received, only First Place is awarded.  Each remaining entrant will receive 2000 GPs his or her creative efforts.  Thank you for participating; please come back next month.

First Place

ID: 1593991   (Rated: GC) Triad  Late nights, annoying best friend, at least Drae's new roommate has good looks by Ariana

  Winner of a 25K Rust Awardicon.

Winners for the JULY 2009 are listed below:

Prompt
REGRET
We've all had this at one time or another in a relationship.  Webster's defines "regret" as:
1. Sorrow over a person or thing gone or lost.
2. Troubled feeling or remorse over something one has done or left undone.

First Place

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  Winner of a 25K Rust Awardicon.

Second Place

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  Winner of an Erotica Merit Badge.

Third Place

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  Winner of 6K in gift points.

Honorable Mentions

ID: 1580942   (Rated: XGC) Too Late for a Different Type of Love?  For the Paradise Cove writing Challenge, theme Regret. by Becks the Papyrus

 

ID: 1580622   (Rated: GC) THE TERRIBLE OATHS  Stephen makes a shocking discovery about the woman he adores. by Moriarty doing better

  Each a winner of 2500 gift points.

Winners for the JUNE 2009 are listed below:

Prompt
Your FIRST Time
This includes, but is not limited to, your first meeting, your first date, your first ... uh, time--you get the drift.

First Place

ID: 1569093   (Rated: 18+) A Perfect Fit  Sam must deal with seeing his ex after avoiding her for years & finds love in the process by Briar Rose

  Winner of a 25K Rust Awardicon.

Second Place

ID: 1569509   (Rated: GC) A Weekend in San Antonio  A woman's weekend turns steamy when she meets a sexy Texas Ranger. by M D Elzy

  Winner of a 10K Awardicon OR, a Romance or Erotica Merit Badge.

Third Place

ID: 1574719   (Rated: GC) AN AGELESS ALLIANCE  An unusual couple faces some difficult decisions. What do they finally do ? by Moriarty doing better

  Winner of 5K in gift points.

Honorable Mentions

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  Each a winner of 2K in gift points.

Winners for the MAY 2009 are listed below:

Prompt
WEDDINGS
This includes anything related to said topic--the Proposal, the Rehearsal Dinner, the Bachelor/Bachelorette Party, the Reception, and of course, the Wedding.

First Place

ID: 1562931   (Rated: GC) Renewing Elven Vows  Paradise Cove - May Entry - Making it to the next level in marriage. by Silva Shado

  Winner of a 25K Awardicon, a Romance or Erotica merit badge, and 15 UEN raffle tickets.

Second Place

ID: 1563652   (Rated: GC) An Elven Wedding  A wedding of two elves, who are as different as two people can be. by Giselle

  Winner of a 10K Awardicon, a Romance or Erotica Merit Badge, and 10 UEN raffle tickets.

Third Place

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  Winner of 5K in gift points, a Romance or Erotica Merit Badge,  and 5 UEN raffle tickets.

Honorable Mentions

ID: 1334518   (Rated: GC) Island Wedding  Are weddings always about the bride and groom? by Kitty

 

ID: 1559353   (Rated: 18+) Wedding Contest  Paradise Cove Contest by Tension

  Each a winner of 3K in gift points.

There was no contest in APRIL 2009.

Winners for the MARCH 2009 are listed below:

First Place

ID: 1541542   (Rated: XGC) Pin me!  Stacey's office surprise by Jimmie

Second Place

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Third Place

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Honorable Mention (Most Romantic) AND Winner of Lady Liv Returns 's Challenge

ID: 1542366   (Rated: GC) Against All Odds, Part I  We will be reunited... against all odds... by SoCalScribe is 9 today!

Winner for the SMACKDOWN CHALLENGE is listed below:

Purple T-cicle with her entry

ID: 1496468   (Rated: XGC) His Request  Contest piece for the Sci/Lutz/T challenge by Purple T-cicle

Winners for the JANUARY 2009 are listed below:

First Place  *A Tie*

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ID: 1518694   (Rated: GC) Andrea au jus  A kitchen encounter (Paradise Cove - January 2009). by SoCalScribe is 9 today!

Winners for the NOVEMBER 2008 are listed below:

First Place

ID: 1497171   (Rated: XGC) Fur-The Collection  A woman finds herself part of a collection. by Jimmie

Second Place

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Third Place

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