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List of nominees for the 14th annual Quill Awards (2020 edition) |
Note that this is the 2020 nominations list. Click here for other years ▼ Nominations close at the end of January 2021. To nominate someone, please use the "2021 Nomination Form for Quill Awards" ![]() If a statement was included with the nomination post or email, it is also included below. Statements included may be edited from the original nomination statements and may be removed or reasonably edited at any time if the Quills panel deems it necessary or appropriate. Names of nominators are not included for privacy reasons. The following categories are open for nominations: ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Non-Static Awards: created and/or reasonably active in 2020 Best Forum (Non-Contest) "The Contest Challenge" ![]() ![]() Schnujo's challenge gets many actually entering contests each month, the rewards are amazing and it does a great job of highlighting at least 36 contests a year! "I Write in 2020" ![]() ![]() I Write is in its 3rd consecutive year, encouraging weekly writing, weekly entering a WDC contest, weekly review and promotes participation in WDC Official Contests. This forum has it all and is managed in a consistent and timely manner with over 25 very active participants. "Spreading Rays of Sunshine... CLOSED" ![]() ![]() It is a wonderful, selfless activity contributing a great spirit of kindness to WDC. An uplifting event, spreading smiles around the site. "Anniversary Reviews" ![]() ![]() The forum explains everything wonderfully and it's well organized. The forum encourages members to do something that brightens many a day during a WdCer's account anniversary month. Great idea, great execution, and great staying power! "The Happiness Port Project" ![]() ![]() It's very motivating to just create something simple every day for a year. Doing something consistently for a period of time isn't easy and it's a nice activity within the community. Spreads the warmth around WDC. "A Writing Exercise" ![]() ![]() The forum offers an entertaining way for writers to improve their craft through writing exercises. "EXPRESS IT IN EIGHT" ![]() ![]() This wonderful activity encourages poetry writing with consistently thoughtful prompts and positive reinforcement. "Ninja Monkey Headquarters" ![]() ![]() It brings fun and positivity to WdC without people taking credit. "Promptly Poetry Challenge" ![]() ![]() This is a fantastic new poetry challenge with a wide variety of inspiring prompts, great rewards, and a compassionate and perfectly involved leader who motivates us with kindness and generosity. "Early to Bed, Early to Rise Challenge" ![]() ![]() Phyllis is the leader and she does a remarkable job of encouraging and cheering on the group members and loves to reward them for participation. It makes a wonderful difference for the members. "JAFBG" ![]() ![]() So, here's a blog forum unlike your typical blog forum. It's a bit edgy, so be warned, but it has its place. Sometimes you just need to be able to not be so nice. "October NaNoWriMo Prep Challenge" ![]() ![]() Because so many of us couldn't do NaNo without Prep! "The Happiness Port Project" ![]() ![]() I think Jessica's idea of looking for happiness in everyday moments was especially needed in 2020, and this activity was a reminder that many of us needed. "Book Sharing" ![]() ![]() "Writing.Com Reading Challenge" ![]() ![]() "Dew Drop Inn" ![]() ![]() "NaNoWriMo Write-A-Thon" ![]() ![]() Best Campfire, In & Out, or Interactive "Feed me a Line!" ![]() ![]() A fun idea, and I think there are even further possibilities for collaboration based on this item. "Tracking Horcruxes" ![]() ![]() Amazing team efforts and incredibly fan fiction! "Harry Potter and the Mystified Muggle" ![]() ![]() Amazing team efforts and awesome imagination for a fan fiction. "Hunting for Horcruxes" ![]() ![]() Awesome team efforts and amazing fan fiction! "The Book of Masks" ![]() ![]() Excellent writing that makes the characters real in their environment and the situations that happen. Separate storylines may branch with a single author, but the overall stories work together. There's in-depth background behind it all to hold it together like any novel or group of shorts. "Lifestyle, Anything Goes Campfire 2020" ![]() ![]() Sometimes a campfire can document something amazing and even memorable if it is kept up faithfully every day as this one was. It can provide a glimpse back in a year in the life when things have changed so dramatically as they did in 2020. And it can give someone something to remember and hold on to when there is a loss in that year. "You gotta see this!" ![]() ![]() Such a great idea for an In & Out! Why didn't I see this before? Best Single-Person Activity "A Word Search About Our Veterans..." ![]() ![]() It's fun and interesting. "Soul to Soul" ![]() ![]() Everyone needs a little help every now and then but most don't like to admit it. This solves the problem and spreads hope. "A WDC Friend in Need" ![]() ![]() I loved the way this enabled people to spread love and goodwill on the site. "October Themed Wordsearch" ![]() ![]() Best Shop "Christmas Greetings" ![]() ![]() The cnotes are widely varied and reasonably priced and she even has a merit badge incentive if you send enough of them. It looks well done and easy to use. "Lilli's Gift Shop" ![]() ![]() Simple, straight-forward shop for all your MB and awardicon needs. "Rach's Chocolate Emporium " ![]() ![]() There's something for everyone here! I love the variety! "Flight of Fantasy Custom Signature Shop" ![]() ![]() Amanda does beautiful work, and she's my go-to person for images. "SuperPower Gift Shop" ![]() ![]() Best New Contest "The Walking Dead ~ Zombie Attack " ![]() ![]() It's exactly what you'd expect from a Gaby-event - challenging and lots of fun. "Wonderland" ![]() ![]() It was a challenging, fun, and interesting contest that lasted an entire month. Lots of fun and mind-bending exercises. The creativity behind this contest was beyond compare. "Monsters Under The Bed" ![]() ![]() "Harry Potter and the Writers' Spell " ![]() ![]() It was about 2 months long and required a lot of thinking and planning. Plus, when things weren't going well, they regrouped and improved things, openly seeking opinions. They were encouraging and reminded us of upcoming deadlines. They had a variety of things for us to do as well. It was a great exercise! "The Whatever Contest" ![]() ![]() It's unique, challenging, unpredictable but also extremely rewarding. "Marketing Muse" ![]() ![]() Unique and fun contest that's open to everyone. "The Lighthouse Short Story Contest" ![]() ![]() I am not too much into writing short stories as of yet, but I think it's a great religious short Story Contest for members here at writing.com. "Journalistic Intentions" ![]() ![]() "Thankful Poetry Contest" ![]() ![]() "Poetry Topic of the Month Contest" ![]() ![]() Best Contest "Oriental Poetry Contest" ![]() ![]() Tinker gives the entries informative and educational reviews that take this from being "just" a contest to being an outstanding learning opportunity. The time and care that Tinker ![]() ![]() "SCREAMS!!!" ![]() ![]() This is an extremely well run daily contest with wonderful prompts and participation. "The Lodestar Contest" ![]() ![]() This contest gave me the nudge I needed to improve my portfolio. It's very encouraging and inspirational! "The Soundtrack of Your Life Challenge" ![]() ![]() A well-run event that I look forward to every year. "WEIRD TALES CONTEST" ![]() ![]() ![]() Originality, quality, consistency, and fun. "Poetic Traditions Poetry Contest" ![]() ![]() Competitive entries, prompt judging, generous awards. Showcases the best of traditional poetry. "30-Day Blogging Challenge" ![]() ![]() "A Story-Poem Contest!!!" ![]() ![]() People like it and it covers two forms of writing at one time. "Spirits At Lighthouses Contest" ![]() ![]() An interesting contest with clear, concise directions. This reduces the anxiety of entering. Fun prompts. "The Writer's Cramp" ![]() ![]() For more than 19 years and onward, this contest provides a reliable place to write and read other writers, using a daily prompt for short stories and poems. "No Dialogue Contest" ![]() ![]() "The Lighthouse Poetry Contests" ![]() ![]() "Roots & Wings Contest " ![]() ![]() "Shadows and Light Poetry Contest" ![]() ![]() "Second Time Around Contest " ![]() ![]() "Show, Don't Tell Contest" ![]() ![]() ![]() "The Weekly Quickie Contest" ![]() ![]() "Twisted Tales Contest" ![]() ![]() "Write from the Heart - Poetry (CLOSED)" ![]() ![]() "Paranormal Romance Short Story Contest" ![]() ![]() "Dark Dreamscapes Poetry Contest" ![]() ![]() "DreamTime Dragon's Poem Contest" ![]() ![]() "24 Syllables" ![]() ![]() This is my favorite poetry contest to enter, and the one I enter most often. It's clear and simple, yet challenging and fun. The judge and host comes up with new prompts several times a week and always keeps things interesting. Best Raffle/Auction "The Four Seasons Auction" ![]() ![]() She does a great job on this auction every year. "The RAOK Raffle!" ![]() ![]() "ONE SIZE FITS ALL RAFFLE iS OPeN" ![]() ![]() It's great to have something open all year round! So convenient when I need to buy tickets for something! "Go Bananas Raffle And Contest! - CLOSED!" ![]() ![]() It was the must fun raffle ever! There were extra games, surprise bonuses, sales, a contest within a contest and all kinds of fun. And the owner generously contributed heavily to the prizes. I liked that there were varying levels of tickets and they all had a cohesive theme. I liked the design of the page too. Super job! "Jim's Special Give-a-Way Raffle (Closed)" ![]() ![]() Best New Group "WDC Writers University" ![]() ![]() As a newbie to both this site and writing, I appreciate the ease of connecting with those that are willing to help me improve. It's difficult, and sometimes embarrassing, to ask for help, but this eliminated any worries I had. "Dreamweaver Bar & Grill" ![]() ![]() "Cards of Love" ![]() ![]() Because 2020 is a sucky year and Teresa created this group to spread positivity. I think the "Cards of Love" group is worth a nomination because we are able to greet others in the mail with greeting cards while they are down with some uplifting greetings to cheer them up. "The Word Warriors" ![]() ![]() A prayer group is always needed and even though this is a small one it has been very responsive and helpful. I can't even begin to tell you how much this means to me. "Take up Your Cross" ![]() ![]() We are studying God's word and learning what others think too. There are no judgments. "Space Blog" ![]() ![]() Chris has worked hard to start this group. He wants others to blog and branch out in their blogging experiences. He is a good, active member and wanted to do this group to give back to others. Best Group "WYRM" ![]() ![]() he group promotes quality reviews and helps writers of speculative fiction to continuously improve through honest and encouraging feedback. "WdC SuperPower Reviewers Group" ![]() ![]() "TLC Support Group" ![]() ![]() It is a wonderful, caring group designed to help people reach their health goals. Patrece, the leader, is supportive, kind, and devoted to the group. There's a nice diversity among the members and she has fun challenges to encourage and motivate us. "The Snail Mail Group" ![]() ![]() Because we all need to feel connected to others and this is a great way to do just that! "The Book Club" ![]() ![]() As writers, we need to read more and this group helps encourage us to do so. "The Writer's Cramp Judges Group" ![]() ![]() This group has been dedicated to judging The Writers Cramp for more than 19 years. Group members come and go, but the dedication to writing stays the same. Best Blog "Mary's Golden Moments" ![]() ![]() "What I'm Talkin' 'Bout" ![]() ![]() "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" ![]() ![]() I believe Jay's dedication and inspiring words are worthy of recognition. "Are You Listening???" ![]() ![]() "Complex Numbers" ![]() ![]() Thought-provoking while remaining conversational, sharp writing while remaining entertaining, and consistent entries while retaining an engaging, enthusiastic demeanour. On top of that, Robert goes out his way to directly engage his readers via the comments. One of the 'must-read' blogs on WdC. "The Art of Psycho Therapy..." ![]() ![]() He adds politics and humor to make things more interesting, even if I don't always agree with him. "Write One Page Every Day " ![]() ![]() She's consistent, does a great job of recording, and is basically a wonderful representative of what we all should strive to be as writers. "The Peace of Christ" ![]() ![]() "Writings in the Sand" ![]() ![]() "The Definition of Insanity " ![]() ![]() It's a fun look into a teenager's mind. I hope she doesn't take offense to that, but I do enjoy the peek. "The Road To Elle" ![]() ![]() A fun variety of things from day to day - lists, commentaries, book reviews, etc. "One Amazing Life" ![]() ![]() "Porthole" ![]() ![]() "Invalid Item" ![]() Both entertaining and educational! "Taming the Stars" ![]() ![]() "PORCH PONDERINGS" ![]() ![]() "Three Score and Ten" ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Static Awards: must be static items created in 2020 unless otherwise noted Best Lyrics (not judged due to insufficient nominations) "Goodbye 2020" ![]() ![]() I enjoyed the words and beat this rap song had. "Consumed" ![]() ![]() Best Short Poem, Structured "A Talk With Time" ![]() ![]() "Gogyohka (untitled)" ![]() ![]() "🔥 Miss Blair" ![]() ![]() "The Charming Season" ![]() ![]() This is an enjoyable poem that I admire and has great rhythm to it. "â mother holds her breath" ![]() ![]() "Week 1 7 Lines / 7 Days" ![]() ![]() "You'll always love me yesterday" ![]() ![]() "Sands of Iwo Jima ~ dedicated to my dad" ![]() ![]() This brought a lump to my throat. So much emotion and love in so few words. "The death of color" ![]() ![]() It is a hot topic in the news and it shows her love of humanity. "Rainy Blessing" ![]() ![]() "All Around" ![]() ![]() "My Lipogram" ![]() ![]() This poem gave me a chuckle. It was fun to read. "Gadzooks!" ![]() ![]() Best Medium-Length Poem, Structured "A Kind Thief" ![]() ![]() "The Message in the Music" ![]() ![]() "â Lullaby on Genocide" ![]() ![]() Excellent imagery. Confronts a difficult - and important - truth. "My Ever After" ![]() ![]() An inspirational poem filled with beautiful imagery. "He Walks With Me, quill nominated 2020" ![]() ![]() It is truly a beautiful poem, with raw emotion. "A pitter-patter of nothingness" ![]() ![]() It reads as though the author had painted the scene. I loved it! "Farewell, for Now- Nom. 2020 Quill Award" ![]() ![]() It is full of emotion and has an important message. "Beach Walk Blues" ![]() ![]() t is so beautiful, a colorful description of a walk along a beach. "Crazy Love" ![]() ![]() It tells a hilarious story in fourteen lines. "Oh Dad!" ![]() ![]() It's hilarious and actually made me laugh out loud. "true colors" ![]() ![]() "The Last to Fall" ![]() ![]() "The End" ![]() ![]() Describing the times perfectly. "REVENGE OR JUSTICE" ![]() ![]() I really enjoyed the story this poem told. "The Delights of the Day" ![]() ![]() "AMERICAN SOLDIER." ![]() ![]() Such a touching and patriotic poem. "He died a thousand times" ![]() ![]() Best Long Poem, Structured (not judged due to insufficient nominations) "Avatars" ![]() ![]() "Moclips" ![]() ![]() I love the rhythm and the imagery and the way it tells a familiar story. "Months of Flames" ![]() ![]() Best Short Poem, Free Verse "Medley of Memories" ![]() ![]() "Up in the old apple tree" ![]() ![]() This poem has the charming mood of childhood nostalgia -- time spent in a favorite place. "Hands" ![]() ![]() This is a poem of self-acceptance. "Inside Out" ![]() ![]() "The Promise of a Woman Quill Nom. " ![]() ![]() This describes women so beautifully. I especially love women described as waves upon the sand--very creative! "Invalid Entry" ![]() ![]() "About a Bird's Song" ![]() ![]() It's such a calm and peaceful poem. Plus, it's cool that it doesn't use any E's, but doesn't feel at all forced. "Karma" ![]() ![]() "~ My Supplication ~" ![]() ![]() "Yawn of Night " ![]() ![]() "Going On" ![]() ![]() "Solitude" ![]() ![]() "On Being" ![]() ![]() Best Medium-Length Poem, Free Verse "Invalid Item" ![]() I think it's a really interesting poem. It makes me want to read it again and get that deeper meaning she teased me with. "Clickity Clack... Clickity Clack..." ![]() ![]() "Source of Fear aka Or Maybe I'm Alone [13+]" ![]() ![]() Cinn's back, and writing powerful poetry. "Float" ![]() ![]() "The Carousel " ![]() ![]() "Homage à Pookie" ![]() ![]() Simply beautiful. Besides, I feel that Pookie would approve. "In Training" ![]() ![]() "It is Finished, quill 2020 nominee" ![]() ![]() It is beautifully written. "Linked" ![]() ![]() "Acquisition" ![]() ![]() "All Is Well With My Soul " ![]() ![]() "Abandoned Piano" ![]() ![]() I love the imagery in this poem, so evocative. "Night Thoughts" ![]() ![]() A beautifully written and touching look at the simple joys of love. "One Last Time" ![]() ![]() This is a beautiful, thought-provoking poem. So meaningful, especially to anyone who has given thought to losing someone. "Nana" ![]() ![]() This poem is so moving. I had tears in my eyes by the end of it. It is a beautifully written poem. "Dangerous Angel Deep" ![]() ![]() "Had Time Stood Still 2020" ![]() ![]() "The Scent of Christmas" ![]() ![]() "Facing the Shadows" ![]() ![]() "Stardust" ![]() ![]() "I lost the moon" ![]() ![]() It really touched me. I felt for the writer, missing the opportunity to speak with the moon. "The Man at The Bus Stop" ![]() ![]() "â My Mother's Museum" ![]() ![]() "â New Blue" ![]() ![]() "Ravyn" ![]() ![]() She took a few simple descriptions and managed to capture the essence of the girl. Young Adult poetry is a rare find. This is a gem that should be shown off. "The Stuff of Dreams" ![]() ![]() "Looping Wall" ![]() ![]() "One of Us" ![]() ![]() I don't typically enjoy reading poems, but this one rang true for me and it made sense as well. "Pyroglyphics" ![]() ![]() This poem touched me. "The Virus" ![]() ![]() This is an interesting take on the current situation. "the blue markings" ![]() ![]() The emotion packs a huge punch. The descriptions are filled with love. I could picture the scene so well. It's absolutely beautifully written. "Just Because He's Black" ![]() ![]() "Weeping Willow, " ![]() ![]() "Relic of a Bygone Age" ![]() ![]() "Your Country Needs You!" ![]() ![]() "Barbie" ![]() ![]() "Invalid Entry" ![]() ![]() "Leave Me Lying Here" ![]() ![]() "An End in the Middle [18+]" ![]() ![]() "Record breaker" ![]() ![]() "Conversation" ![]() ![]() "Two Halves" ![]() ![]() "Pink [262]" ![]() ![]() "Don't Give Up" ![]() ![]() Such lovely words and lovely flow... Best Long Poem, Free Verse "â Tell Me Again" ![]() ![]() "Kernel" ![]() ![]() "Threads" ![]() ![]() "â Confession of an Invisible Girl" ![]() ![]() "Where Does a Poem Live?" ![]() ![]() It's the most philosophical poem I remember ever reading about writing. "Brothers, Buddies - All" ![]() ![]() It made me cry, told a fantastic story and was very well written. "Once More With Feeling" ![]() ![]() "A Kind" ![]() ![]() "Invalid Entry" ![]() ![]() Best Poetry Collection "Antithetical 📠Jottings by RenownPoet" ![]() ![]() Some absolutely fabulous pieces in here. "An EyeStar View" ![]() ![]() Beautiful poetry gems for 2020. "World By Design" ![]() ![]() He has an interesting voice and perspective in his poems that I find gives me a need to read and reread his poetry. "Preoccupied with Poetry" ![]() ![]() "RSVP Poetry (wRitten So Very Promptly)" ![]() ![]() "Random Acts of Poetry" ![]() ![]() "Poetic Notions" ![]() ![]() "Dark Moon: The Void" ![]() ![]() "Where Poetry Takes Me ..." ![]() ![]() Best Short Non-Fiction "Share Your Faith Prompt: "More Difficult to Love Yourself"" ![]() ![]() "Life Made Me" ![]() ![]() "Dear Me" ![]() ![]() Jayne has an engaging and tremendously interesting writer's voice which is very clear in her Dear Me entries each year. "Paroxysmal Paradox" ![]() ![]() I can't stop thinking about it. Although it's not something I'd normally read, it resonates with me. I admire the raw honesty and vulnerability the author has shared. This item made me stop and think about someone close to me. It opened my eyes. "Old Times in Rural Alabama" ![]() ![]() In this remarkable and engaging entry for The Writer's Cramp I was transported back in time to the 1930s. One of the best memoirs of that era that I've read anywhere. "A Childhood Memory" ![]() ![]() Found it interesting and well written. "Sir Thomas Malthus" ![]() ![]() It's an interesting article that was both educational and alarming. "Lillian, at Fourteen (1908 - 1922)" ![]() ![]() "Shattered Tranquility " ![]() ![]() This is a fantastic work. The detail and description is really impressive and not matched by many more experienced writers. "Bye, Dad" ![]() ![]() Very poignant. "Images of Hope" ![]() ![]() In a few simple words, it brings home to us an important fact about humanity. Best Non-Fiction Collection (not judged due to insufficient nominations) "Ring Rusted" ![]() ![]() This is a fascinating look at pro wrestling in Australia! I loved it! Best Flash Fiction "Breathe" ![]() ![]() This is breathtaking. The descriptions are some of the best I've read, and the emotions are taut and so well written. It's absolutely beautiful. "Graceful Soup" ![]() ![]() "Chicken Noodle Soup" ![]() ![]() "~ Soup's On! ~" ![]() ![]() "ZANAMON" ![]() ![]() A fun and clever piece. "Five Simple Steps [177.11] (298 words)" ![]() ![]() "Railway to nowhere?" ![]() ![]() "The Hall Closet" ![]() ![]() "Być GwiazdÄ… (To be a star) (297w) [35]" ![]() ![]() "An Earworm" ![]() ![]() I've been reading this author's stories for quite some time, and he only gets better with time! "Androgynous Pride" ![]() ![]() Well written and engaging. "Sweet Friendship" ![]() ![]() "Hoax of a Crisis" ![]() ![]() "The Lucky Ones" ![]() ![]() "Invalid Item" ![]() ![]() This is a well-written story told from the perspective of the husband of a breast cancer victim which is unusual and very powerful. "A Christmas Visit" ![]() ![]() Heartwarming and very touchy! "Orange's story" ![]() ![]() "Blue Easter Eggs" ![]() ![]() The prompt was "blue" and he used blue so many times in so many hidden ways, it was a lot of fun to try to find all the subtle references. "A HOLIDAY TO REMEMBER" ![]() ![]() Such an intriguing story--I literally read the genres chosen to see if it was non-fiction because it seemed so real to me. "Solstice Day" ![]() ![]() Such a genius idea! The story is great as well, but I really love how it so clearly explains the idea of a new calendar and time-keeping system. It won me over! " Holiday with a difference" ![]() ![]() This story gave me a chill at the end--a good chill. It also made me hungry. "Hate Day" ![]() ![]() What a great idea for a holiday! I love this! "The Three Jacks" ![]() ![]() This is a truly enjoyable children's story any child would love. Great plot, entertaining, and polished! "Candy McCane's Diary" ![]() ![]() "Swiss Holiday" ![]() ![]() "MAX SERVED AND SAVED MANY: H O Vets" ![]() ![]() I honestly thought this was non-fiction at first because it felt real, as though the author had really experienced this. It reads as though it is a non-fiction educational piece. "Blue Lagoon Grocery Give A Way" ![]() ![]() I'm a sucker for a twist(ed) ending and this had a great one! "Bleau" ![]() ![]() Best Short Story (1) "â Out of Time" ![]() ![]() "Climbing Philosophy" ![]() ![]() "The Heist" ![]() ![]() Believable, well done. "Beneath this Mask" ![]() ![]() Good writing, good characterization, and a well executed twist! "Homeless" ![]() ![]() "Travelin' the Back Roads in a Pink RV" ![]() ![]() "Finding Home" ![]() ![]() "Bo and Sprinkles, Unwelcome Sky Visitor" ![]() ![]() This is a very imaginative and well written story, with a lot of heart and engaging characters. "Blue Lagoon Grocery Give A Way" ![]() ![]() This is a fun and creative story that makes the reader stop and think at the end. "Twenty-nine" ![]() ![]() "That Swing Wobbles" ![]() ![]() "Life and Truth at a Dinner Party" ![]() ![]() "The Moonlit Banquet" ![]() ![]() "The Forest Kings Dinner Party" ![]() ![]() "The Pewter Whistle" ![]() ![]() This story flows well and captivates me from beginning to end. "The Farm" ![]() ![]() A well written dystopian story with a twist. "Invisible Ties" ![]() ![]() "The Burden of Responsibility" ![]() ![]() An amusing story with great flow. I liked the sense of emotion the reader got, such as irritability, frustration, etc. "Payback" ![]() ![]() Best Short Story (2) "Waterfall" ![]() ![]() This story is the best example of Paranormal Romance I've read here at WDC. "Wrong Side Of The Blanket" ![]() ![]() A gripping and romantic short story full of drama. The tale is both perfectly in the spirit of Downton Abbey and very original in its feel. "Painful Mistakes" ![]() ![]() Amazingly high quality of writing. A gripping read with a fast moving and enthralling plot. The author has great potential. "The Bane of Grimward" ![]() ![]() Best Long Story (not judged due to insufficient nominations) "Magic Word" ![]() ![]() It's great! Such an interesting and creative story! Best Chapter (not judged due to insufficient nominations) "Chapter 6" ![]() ![]() "Silverbolt #1" ![]() ![]() He really draws you in with it. "The Kraken's Prisoners - Chapter 1" ![]() ![]() Best Novel or Novella (not judged due to insufficient nominations) "SSV: The Raven, Part 1" ![]() ![]() I enjoyed it much more than I expected to. "When Dragons Lived" ![]() ![]() An amazing fantasy story that grips the attention of the reader. It is full of wonderful characters, descriptions and settings and is well-written. Best Short Story Collection (not judged due to insufficient nominations) "Short Stories 2020." ![]() ![]() A collection of creative stories in various genres, all excellently written and engaging. Best Mixed Collection "My Book of Prayers" ![]() ![]() It is a collection of beautiful prayers and inspirational works. "Bonkers In Wonderland" ![]() ![]() "Prose" ![]() ![]() A good assortment of wonderful items. "Eyestar in Wonderland" ![]() ![]() It's full of entertaining entries! "My 2020 Collection" ![]() ![]() Mona puts 110% effort in everything she does, and this collection is an amazing feat! "I write in 2020 Collection ~ Quill Nom " ![]() ![]() Interesting collection of poems and stories on a variety of topics in a variety of styles. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Best Newsletter "Dare to Say I Write Poems" ![]() ![]() "Odd Connections" ![]() ![]() "His, Hers, and Theirs" ![]() ![]() "Celebrating Women" ![]() ![]() "Writing about Grief" ![]() ![]() "Be Honest but Kind" ![]() ![]() It was packed with great information, excellent, helpful links and is one of the most helpful newsletters I've read. "Immortality" ![]() ![]() Always thought-provoking and very informative. Writing style is great! "Promoting Your Activities" ![]() ![]() I actually took immediate action on some of her suggestions and am saving the whole newsletter for future reference. She did a great job! "Level Up!" ![]() ![]() "GIF-er-ific" ![]() ![]() "Animal Characters for Comic Relief" ![]() ![]() "Jane Austen August 2020 Newsletter" ![]() ![]() Best Reviewing Roseille ♥ ![]() Reviews from this member are always full of great ideas and encouraging enthusiasm. She provides the perfect mix of quality and quantity. Her reviews are honest and in-depth, and she delivers them consistently every week of the year. J.B. Ezar ![]() These sharp reviews cut deep, in the best ways, exposing story flaws. They're also encouraging with suggestions and the pointing out of stories' high points. She provides a different kind of review and different insightss into stories than most WdC reviewers do. She always focuses on the theme and deeper meaning of a story. Satuawany ![]() Her reviews are in-depth, honest, and encouraging and focus on story and character first and foremost. Choconut ![]() Rustika ![]() Nixie ![]() Dave ![]() Submitted2publisher ![]() In Dark There's Safety, Brian ![]() Charlie 🌈 ![]() His reviews are always well reasoned, thorough, encouraging and kind. LightinMind ![]() Ⱳƹ₿~Å´itcÓ‰ ![]() Her reviews are always, thorough, encouraging and detailed. She puts a lot of thought into her reviews and it shows. Special Contributions to WDC (nominations for this category are not published. Only winners will be announced) Best New Portfolio Colorless Animates ![]() Because I feel that the images used are quite ravishing and she has a variety of readings in her portfolio. annapalmer Because I feel that the images used are quite outstanding and she has a variety of poetry in her portfolio. Greg ![]() Greg M ![]() Richard Is Very Thankful! ![]() Luckie 🀠![]() Awesome port, creative items, and overall strong portfolio. Miranda_EatingCookies ![]() Awesome port, great participation in WDC and a stellar reviewer. beginnerwrath This author is young and yet very creative and her entries are really a good read. Best Portfolio Emily ![]() Beautifully done and well organized with a great "Surf My Port" item. iKïyå§ama ![]() Visiting her port is like going down a rabbit hole. It's a warren of beauty that's easy to navigate. warpedsanity ![]() Unique content that's well organized with eye-catching cover art. D. Reed Whittaker ![]() A very clean and precise portfolio. Cubbyâœï¸ ![]() Cubby works hard on producing quality work and is dedicated since 2002 to making Writing.com a place where other writers can enjoy and be encouraged. Fractions of Krista ![]() I think this is a cute and original way to organize everything for easy reading. Schnujo ![]() She does outstanding work for this community of writers and deserves recognition for her tireless and selfless dedication. KD Miller ![]() Princess Megan Rose ![]() Her portfolio is full of writing, community interaction and inspiration. She faithfully prepares a newsletter for Jane Austen fans every month. I can't think of a more positive, inspirational portfolio, which is probably why she has the most Community Recognition on the site! Jayne ![]() She's my favorite writer to read here at Writing.Com. She has a wide variety of writing, including pose and poetry. She is hilarious and brilliant and has a great portfolio. Ned ![]() 🌸 pwheeler away until 3/9 ![]() This author has a portfolio that is full of wonderful writing and inspiring community interaction. She is one of the most positive shining lights on the site. Roseille ♥ ![]() Lilli ☕ ![]() A E Willcox ![]() Nixie ![]() 🌑 Darleen is writing ![]() Jeff ![]() Witchy woman ![]() Carol St.Ann ![]() eyestar~ ![]() Satuawany ![]() jabberwocky ![]() Beholden ![]() Elle ![]() KÃ¥re Enga, P.O. 22, Blogville ![]() Fivesixer ![]() Fyn - ![]() Lornda ![]() Choconut ![]() Solace.Bring ![]() LegendaryMask💗 ![]() Words Whirling 'Round ![]() Tina Stone ![]() Lisa Noe Kittyluv um Puppyluv ![]() |