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Most entries are going to be E rated but some may go beyond that. |
You just want to read? These entries will be freshly written for a contest. Since I plan on joining many then I'm putting them all in a book. Sit back and enjoy it. I'll try to do a (poem) line count, (story) word count, prompt, and which contest I entered in. Though I won't be mentioning it in the piece, but "The Contest Challenge"  will be a part of a contest I enter since it's about entering into a contest following its rules. Wish me luck!
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Some  and  ,To mix with   And  up.Sprinkle some salt and Pepper for flavor. Tiny Touch of magic spell. Eat up while on a Diet. One small plate full of Delicious balance. Prompt: Food for independence day in Senyru form Contest: "Word Chef Master Contest-Season 2" No picture taken yet. |
| Lovely Cuddly Adorable Entertaining Pets are wonderful To have around Furry Feathery Scaley Shelly Pets comes in All sorts of forms Found in wild At the store In the shelter Roaming around They come to you Play with you Nap with you Cry with you Prompt: Pets are Wonderful Month Line Count: 20 Word Count: 35 Contest: "Poetry Topic of the Month Contest~Closed" |
| Held down by a bag weighted from The palm tree bends Off the coast oh so sunny bright It lights and trends Dark and stormy all night all day When will it go Pass away to the beach sunny A bunny boat Rainy all day in the jungle Frogs croak and jump In the midst of a good book A hook gets bumped Prompt: picture Form: Four-line stanzas. Eight syllables in the first and third lines. Four syllables in the second and fourth lines, which both end rhyme. The final word of line three rhymes with the middle of line four. https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-poetry/dechnad-cummaisc-poetic-forms Line Count: 12 Contest: "The Random Poetry Contest" |
| An Irish girl set out Leprechaun Leo watched A golbow was missing And a rainbow was the key Suddenly it poured And a rainbow appeared The girl grew curious And reached out her hand A map appeared with a feathain The girl took it and saw Her own bedroom Leprechaun Leo frowned and pondered Over the hill Through the park Down to her house she went Then she entered her bedroom With wonder she saw the golbow Leprechaun Leo popped in uninvited Wearing green she was immune And traded a gold pin for the golbow Created words: golbow- noun Contraction of gold and rainbow Definition- a gem made up of the same essence as rainbows Leprechaun Leo collects golbows in his pot of gold. feathain- noun Contraction of feather and fountain Definition- a pen that flows neverending The feathain doesn't dry out. Prompt: leprechaun Word Count: 95 Contest: "NEOLOGY Writing Contest-CLOSED" |
| During high school years There was a level of quizzing to reach I dreamed of the second level Hard to attain First year came I did well But didn't make it To the second level Second year came I did better But didn't make it To the second level Third year came And yet again I did better But didn't make it Fourth year came I did excellent And made it On my last chance Prompt: Dream that came true Word count: 80 Line count: 20 Contest: "Poetry Topic of the Month Contest~Closed" 3rd place! |
| On a tree was a bird Flocks of feathers rose It never spoke a word Instead put up quite a pose On a tree was a leaf So bright and so green It cared about beef And dreamed of Lima beans Prompt: Any as long as it has meter and rhyme Line Count: 8 Contest: "Poetic Traditions Poetry Contest " |
| Sylvia set her pencil down on the desk. Not Again. This lecture had nothing to do with the topic of the class and she had read the chapter too. She felt it unfair and that she needed some guidance. Maybe she could take an independent course and switch teachers. A teacher who didn't show respect to the class wasn't good enough for her. She came to learn. Once she got home she planned on asking her father for help. He always understood her and would know what to do. "Good afternoon. He did it again. I want to drop out of his class. Could you set me up for an independent study or something? I want to change teachers," Sylvia asked her father when she arrived home. "Certainly. Who would that be mind if I ask?" Davis replied. "Mr. Bob of course. He teaches my Spanish History class. I want to take that same class with a different teacher through independent study. One who has more respect." "Let's go to your school right now and see if we can get that changed. Mr. Bob should be reported in as fast as possible." "Thank you daddy. You're the best I could ever have. I know learning is great but not when the lectures are off topic every single day." "What would be even better is if you form some group to study with others after school. Or during study time." "That sounds like a great idea to go for. I might remember better in a group." "That a girl." Back at the school Sylvia reported the teacher in and then switched teachers to an independent study term. Then she thought of telling her best friend Lacie about it since they were in the same classroom. Lacie went on to invite Nick and Eric to form a study group. The four of them decided to meet after school in the library to study. "Independent study group? We should go for that as well. It's not like we'll learn anything from the teacher anyway," Sylvia heard Nicole whispering to Andy. "That's a great idea. I think we could start our own study group right here and now. I'll fail the class if I depend on his lectures any further. It's time that we start doing something different," Andy said back to Nicole. "Sylvia had the perfect idea to start this independent study in the first place. Why didn't she tell us all about it? Why keep it a secret?" "That I don't know. But looks like there's a study group right now." Sylvia didn't know what to say about it at first. She was tired of the nonsense and knew his lectures meant nothing. The history of Spanish meant something though. It originated in Spain and traveled globally. Latin is its foundation. She wanted to learn more about it and her independent study was helping. She didn't want to go back to Mr. Bob again. The others still needed to go back. She got excused. Now she needed to see Miss Fork who already spoke sense and helped her get caught up to date. She felt proud of her new teacher. By Saturday she heard even more talk about her spreading around about how she switched to independent study and the others were planning on following suit. Caught off guard, a ball hit her in the face. It landed carefreely in her hands. A football and its impact stung her quite a bit. Then she laughed and found the ones playing with the football. "Got to be careful on where you throw the football. I'm not a good thrower," Sylvia warned before tossing it over. The boy caught it. "Sorry." Sunday came with a breeze. Soon Sylvia felt like she had eyes on her everywhere she went. How did the students get to recognize her? It had only been a short while since she had started her independent study with her new teacher. Then she ran into her best friend and classmates and together decided to have ice cream. Mint flavored was her favorite but then could also pick bubblegum. Or both she thought. Then she decided on double and picked out both flavors in a cup. "I heard that the other classmates are thinking of doing the same thing you did. So you're excused from showing up to class tomorrow and will be going with a brand new teacher this week instead. I'm so jealous of you," Lacie said. "Well you can do it too. I don't have to be the only one to do it," Sylvia said with a smile. Then Nick and Eric smiled as well. "Maybe we can borrow that idea. We're looking forward to dropping out of that class as well. He is just wasting our time on topics that don't have any sense or relation to the history of Spanish. He should be replaced with a different teacher instead. How many years have he been teaching?" Nick asked. "I can answer you that question. He hasn't been here very long at all. This is his first year here, but I have heard not his first year of teaching. He had taught before at different schools. I heard he got fired from them each time," a new voice said from behind and Sylvia turned to see a new classmate she couldn't recall the girl's name of. "I'm Selina by the way and I've seen you in the classroom too. What a daring move you've made and I've found my own study group too since I heard what you did. There's no way I can pass the class attending. Thank you for the inspiration." "You're welcome. I won't speak of everything but good luck with your independent study," Sylvia said. Monday came and she geared up for her independent study time. Sylvia wondered how the others were doing but she was done with nonsense lectures. Now she was under the guidance of a different teacher. What a relief it felt to be back on track to the textbook. 15 minutes into her study she heard noise and looked up to see the entire class coming through. They were gathering into study groups and Lacie, Nick, and Eric came over to sit down where she was at. It didn't take long for her to guess what happened during class and why. "You won't believe what he started talking about this time. Amphibians and matches. It was just nonsense. Well, time to get to studying. We got a ton of work to get through. Hey you have a head start. Joking you can keep on going," Lacie said. "You got it partner. It comes to me at no surprise that something like this would happen," Sylvia said. "Shocking, really. Just kidding. But an entire class? That's gotta be saying something," Nick said. Prompt: Disrespectful teacher. Word Count: 1140 Contest: "Not Just Another Brick In The Wall" |
| It's the time of the year To write to a good old friend The old fashioned way By a tip of a pen and paper What to say is hard to tell Many things happened during the year Storms caused chaos And vacations happened Best of all were the gifts of love That poured through the way Pen and paper Write to a friend Find some stickers Decorate the letter A lasting impression to be made And more Friends sticks together No matter how far away we are Write a letter to stay connected Is the best gift of love Prompt: Write a Friend Month Line Count: 20 Contest: "Poetry Topic of the Month Contest~Closed" 1st place! |
| Glowing brightly A tree cast no shadow Looks down on the grass And whispers in wonder Where is my shadow I glow brightly And see you cast a shadow All I see from me is light The grass then whispered Amongst each other To decide what to reply And decided on what to say Your glow is your shadow It gives us our shadow Without it we can't cast one We rely on you Pleased with the answer The tree burst in tears Realizing glowing matters Giving sparkling gems Prompt: Any Line Count: 20 Contest: "Shadows and Light Poetry Contest" |
| Give a dollar or two Donate some clothes Give a book or two Give a meal to the homeless It's that time of year again In the streets Through the buildings And out the doors Buy a gift for someone Give a smile Just listen to their story Or help someone in need It's that time of year again In the streets Through the buildings And out the doors Giving us a special gift Someone might need help Or a smile today So which gift would you give Prompt: Month of Giving Line Count: 20 Contest: "Poetry Topic of the Month Contest~Closed" |
| 1 Butternut Squash, peeled and cut up 1 Onion, diced 1 Sweet Potato, peeled and cut up Baby carrots Garlic cloves, peeled and cut up 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 Liter vegetable broth Preparation: Mix the onion and garlic together. Then mix the Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato together. Cooking: Use the vegetable oil and add the onion and garlic and let cook until onion turns golden. Then add the broth and let it come to a boil. Add the Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato. Let cook on low heat for 30 minutes or until vegetables are soft. While my ingredients are a little bit different than the online ingredients one thing remains common is what is listed for the most part. I don't want too much salt and pepper in my soup because there is such a thing as too much. But seasoning is always an option too. Mom would probably put some extra spices in it I don't know the names of. Everyone is a little bit different. Now that I mentioned having some seasoning and spices which I have at home, time for the main ingredients. I just so happened to have Butternut Squash if it really is that and Sweet Potato at home. What I needed from the store were the rest of the ingredients. So I came up with just needing carrots and broth, able to substitute the rest. So I waited until I could go to the store and buy the carrots and broth. The onion and garlic at home were unpeeled of course, but I did have the seasoning of onion and garlic too. I don't mind the garlic but the onion makes my eyes water. The next day I prepared all the ingredients and then cooked the soup according to the recipe. It seems like the vegetables took a while to soften but that's okay. Just as long as the broth was bubbling the entire time was what counted. I never had Butternut Squash before but knew the soup would have a sweet taste because of the Sweet Potato. It would be a new taste to experience since this was my first time ever having the soup. Salt and pepper would be added as needed as I wait for my bowl of soup to cool off enough to eat it. Rules ▼ Contest: "Sharmelle'sRecipeKitchenContest ~ Closed" |
| Lo and behold Out of a legend Was born a centaur Golden in color He could whistle And sing Chant magic And more But his favorite trait of all Was his wisdom And freedom Freedom to do good One day a boy ran across him Running away from some thieves And this centaur protected him From deep trouble indeed So the boy became The centaur's pride As he learned wisdom And returned to that spot The thieves came But the boy was prepared And chased the thieves away In the name of the golden Centaur The thieves sought revenge though And captured the golden Centaur The boy heard the news And came running after Meanwhile the golden Centaur was calm Knowing what to do To empower his freedom He needed to break free from the chains The young boy now a man Scrambled with all of his might To rescue his hero And bring freedom once more Just a click here and a click there The chains fell loose But now the golden Centaur faced A barrier to blast out of The man found the thieves once more This time his mentor's life at stake "Let him be free!" He begged. It ended in laughter A fairy flew in on the good side Worked her magic The door flew open And out came the golden Centaur "Free at last but you shall pay. Feed the birds of the air and The walking animals." A spell cast And they became a pile of nuts. "Never again will I expose you," The man began but got waved off. "It wasn't your fault at all. You did the right thing." Prompt: Centaur Line count: 56 Form: Freestyle Contest: "Celebrating Centaurs Contest; Closed." |
| Nothing better to say But to be a part of the country The country lives on Proud and strong When it was young It could've easily given up But the struggle for freedom Was worth its price As it developed Obstacles became opportunity The country expanded Living and strong Now we live in freedom Thanks to our country Diversity thrives Proud and strong Prompt: pride in the country Line Count: 16 Contest: "HONORING OUR VETERANS " |
| Marching along Up and down the block Children salute Family honor time Swimming in the lake Covered from head to toe Splashing around Family fun time Reading books out loud Doing homework Working at home Family school time In honor of the military Families out there This month is for you Spend it well Red, blue, white These colors brighten your home With all the love and care May you be recognized Prompt: Military Families Month Line Count: 20 Contest: "Poetry Topic of the Month Contest~Closed" |
| Must I say anything? Just look at this beautiful vase. It's colors are perfect and its gloss is just as shiny. Wait? What is this? A crack at the bottom? Something is wrong here, it's just too good too be true. If it leaks then I can't buy it. It's no good to buy a vase with a crack on the bottom. I'll try the next vase. This vase is very earthy, down to earth from the tip to the bottom. Yet it is suitable to hold water in. I must buy it. Alas- here is something wrong, yet again. I see a hole in the bottom. It will leak. This I can't do. No, no, no I won't buy it. Prompt: 'Here is something wrong- a feeling' Word count: 131 Contest: "Invalid Item" |
| A colorful leaf Mini pumpkins A wonderful feast Thanksgiving is here I am thankful Falling rain Cooler weather Wind blows by I put on my jacket I am thankful A list of things I am grateful for To be hung on the door So when Thanksgiving comes I am thankful Prompt: Gratitude/ Thanksgiving Form: Freestyle Line count: 15 Contest: "Thankful Poetry Contest" |
| Bruises They show up one day Colors of black and purple To slowly disappear More bruises Deeper and bigger More painful too Leaving behind scars Everyday life Getting hit Tears down my eyes Trapped Domestic Violence Happens from behind Don't ignore it Let the cry be heard Help is available Future is uncertain But good things can happen To those willing to change Prompt: Domestic Violence Awareness Month Line Count: 20 Contest: "Poetry Topic of the Month Contest~Closed" |
| Clip clop clip clop The sound of hooves Drew near Neigh neigh The cry of a horse Calls out "Come out come out Wherever you are for I am here," The rider called out. Out I came A bucket in my hand Prepared. The rider aloft Missing a head but body intact Turned toward me. In fear I turned Only to find him in front of me Vulnerable. "No, no, no. You haven't said the magic word. Go on." I thought and thought The magic word couldn't be simple And panicked. "Please go on. It's Halloween night. Let me be." "You said it. I'm going on my way to trick Someone else." Prompt: Headless Horseman Line Count: 30 Contest: "Spirits at Lighthouses Contest" |
| The time has come when the dead will walk among the living. I eagerly set burning candles on the windowsills and set a plate of food on my back porch. It only happens once a year and I never know who I will meet. Then I knelt down and prayed. It was custom to pray for my ancestors. May they rest in peace. It was a time to learn and watch. One thing that worried me was if a faerie came. They seek to disturb the dead and create chaos. I yawned and then looked at the time on my watch, and saw it was almost time. I finished my prayer and moved my hands over my face. Honoring the dead the best I could as I glanced at the backyard. All seemed calm and quiet, but I wasn't fooled. A faerie could be lurking just around the corner. With a swish and a swirl, I thought I saw something. Then a glimmer here and there an ordinary fairy appeared. Upon closer examination I noticed her wings were tainted, the tell tale sign that it was a faerie. I held my breath and felt my heart beat wildly as the faerie drew near. I didn't know her name. "Good evening, care if I join you? Why don't we start with your name first?" the faerie asked. "Fishy. And yours?" I replied, not daring to give my real name. "Do I really need to say? I am so hungry I could eat a horse. Say, that looks like a very good meal. May I have a taste?" "No you may not. It is a very special meal. I just don't want you anywhere near it." "Snickerdoodle. What is the occasion?" Blood Moon said. Now I recognized the faerie. "Nothing, Blood Moon. Just enjoying some peace and quiet." "Well then I'll be on my way." I watched with a smile as Blood Moon looked disappointed. I knew not to trust faeries and wasn't sure if she was going to try another stunt. Out of the corner of my eye I saw a young Irish person following the light of my candles. My Great Grandfather my conscience told me as he neared. Then the faerie left for good. "Over here," I whispered quietly and a breeze seemed to pick up my voice and carry it over to my great grandfather. "What a delicious meal you made for me my great granddaughter. Thank you for letting me eat it. I got a story to tell. "It begins with growing potatoes. It starts with a spud and grows into a good size plant. Deep down inside, the potato grows big, fat, and full. "Start small. Work your way big. And you'll be as healthy as can be with just the right amount of right, healthy choices." My Great Grandfather finished eating his meal and then turned and made a salute. I saluted back and smiled. Tears rolled down my cheeks as he turned and walked away, disappearing into the night. His words gave me a lasting impression. Big wisdom in just so few words. Prompt: Write a story about being visited by a departed ancestor. Word count: 519 Contest: "Holiday Short Story Contest - closed" |
| Contest: "October Novel Prep Challenge" Prompt: Plot background story Jarkin the evil overlord settled back in his chair. His hair ran rampant amongst his white skinned face. His arms and hands were as dark as night though, he didn't know why. Out of his people, he was the only one. He wanted to live, live to see his only son grow up. Not die. Not this summer. He was still evil, and he was still an overlord. But he had Kara, along with Wolf, his newborn son. He had grand plans. At what cost he didn't care. He wanted to wreak havoc upon others. His own betrayals had hurt so much. He didn't care. He wanted them back safe and sound. They were kidnapped. There was something missing. He wanted lightning to strike to force others to do his bidding freely. And his target was Arbor Lake, far from where he lived. He wanted to control spirits so that he could control the environment as he pleased. He despised the stories about how spirits mattered and life would cease to exist without them. He believed life could be controlled if they were under his control. He also wanted immortality and would love to gain that. 100 innocent souls needed to be sacrificed. He didn't care about its side effects. He wanted to live forever. He had his heart in it. He didn't believe it would drive him insane. Shatah was his target. He had heard of her from the Omahians. Words traveled fast across the continent. Though it became just a legend in his territory, he believed in it. No way would he give up. Lightning was the perfect excuse. Now all he needed to do was to execute it. This could be done by casting a spell. He knew it would take a few days to make it happen, but it could be done. First, he needed to mix the ingredients into a large pot. That will do he thought as he poured the last of the corn flour into the boiling water. Then he chanted as he stirred and through it all thought about his wife and his son. Would his son recognize him he didn't know. But they had been kidnapped far too long in his mind's eye. He wanted them back. To love them again as a loving father deserved. He wanted his son to grow old. The water boiled over and the next day he knew the potion was ready for the next step. Making a circle out of rocks, sticks, and hide, he knew it wouldn't be long before the sun set. Already dark out when he started enchanting, hoping to draw out the power of undead lightning. |
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