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~ ROUND FIVE IS CLOSED FOR JUDGING ~

Round Five Prompt:



Write a fictional short story inspired by this information:

The name of your protagonist and POV narrator is Elvis Presley. It could be his given name (What were his parents thinking?) or his nickname. It could be a stage name, username, chat room identity, or an alias. There is no limit on your creative interpretation of why he is called Elvis and what effect the name has had on him in his life. He could even be a she. Write a story about a secret he tries to keep.

Your story can be in any genre (drama, comedy, sci-fi, romantic, historical, etc.). You choose the narrative style – first, second or third person. Feel free to create other characters to round out your story, though doing so is not a requirement.


Here's the kicker! *Right* The fact that his name is Elvis Presley must contribute to a central conflict facing the POV.

The maximum word count for this round is 2500 words. Please include a word count with your entry.




Have Fun *Star* Be Creative *Star* Good Luck!




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Criteria on which I will judge the entries:


*Check2* Characterization: Creative Use of Prompt Name to Inspire Character(s), “Show, Don’t Tell” Descriptions, Dialog.

*Check4* Plot: Conflict and Pace

*Check5* Mechanics: Grammar/Verb Tenses, Punctuation

*Check3* Impact: The All-Important 'Wow' Factor -- What Makes It Gripping or Engaging



*Right* Please be advised *Smile* I have a fascination and a respect for the English language and the rules that govern it. I will be looking for excellence in grammar and punctuation. Please proof-read your entries carefully; I will *Wink*.


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HUGE PRIZES!!!

First Prize – A 25K Ribbon AND 25,000 gps
Second Prize – A 10K Ribbon AND 10,000 gps
Third Prize – 5,000 gps

Every story entered will receive a full, in-depth review by me, NickiD89 .

In the event that there are less that five entries, only the First Prize will be awarded. In this case, all other entries will receive an honorable mention prize of 1,000 gps.



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SUMMARY OF THE RULES


*Bullet* Short stories only. Stories will have a maximum of 2500 words; no minimum limit for this round. Please include a word count at the bottom of each story.

*Bullet* One entry per participant.

*Bullet* Enter your story by posting it in the forum below using the bitem format. If you are unsure how to do this, please follow the link below:

Newbie Hyperlinking 101 - Bitem Format  (E)
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#1377955 by NickiD89


*Bullet* 18+ or lower rating.

*Bullet* Contest will close for judging at 11 pm WDC time on July 15, 2009. You may not edit after that time. Winners will be announced no later than July 31.




*Exclaim* ~ Thank you generous doners! ~ *Exclaim*

*Heart* ~ kiyasama ~ *Heart*
*Heart* ~ kaileymaire ~ *Heart*
*Heart* ~ aralls ~ *Heart*
*Heart* ~ (("HUGGIES")) *Left* You know who you are *Wink* Thanks so much for the donation! ~ *Heart*
*Heart* ~ CSummaries ~ *Heart*
*Heart* ~ Coolhand ~ *Heart*





*Star* I look forward to meeting your Elvis!!! *Star*



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