Ok guys, this is the first contest I've organized, and since I've disliked the way most of the contests on the site are run... I've decided to put some serious effort into this one.
I want a rhyming narrative poem, much like almost all the poems I have posted here (yeah, read a few if you need some tips or inspiration). You don't need to copy my style exactly... you can if you want, but all I want is a good story that rhymes.
Key things :
1) Rhyming scheme doesn't matter, as long as it rhymes throughout and flows well
2) Length doesn't matter, and prewrites are allowed
3) A punchy ending or killer last stanza is ALWAYS a good thing
4) It helps if the story has some kind of underlying theme or message to it as well, but is not required.
5) be as humorous or dark and brooding as you want... I place no limitations on content.
6) It should be some kind of narrative... there has to be some kind of progression or change that occurs as the tale goes on... not a simple character sketch with an ending.
I can always suggest topics and such too, I'm very reachable
I decided to give you two weeks so you could take your time with this one... Wow lots of freedom on this huh? Again, read a piece or two of mine if you're unsure of what i'm going for here ... and you can pm me if you need advice, suggestions, or clarification ... good luck everyone!
I want a rhyming narrative poem, much like almost all the poems I have posted here (yeah, read a few if you need some tips or inspiration). You don't need to copy my style exactly... you can if you want, but all I want is a good story that rhymes.
Key things :
1) Rhyming scheme doesn't matter, as long as it rhymes throughout and flows well
2) Length doesn't matter, and prewrites are allowed
3) A punchy ending or killer last stanza is ALWAYS a good thing
4) It helps if the story has some kind of underlying theme or message to it as well, but is not required.
5) be as humorous or dark and brooding as you want... I place no limitations on content.
6) It should be some kind of narrative... there has to be some kind of progression or change that occurs as the tale goes on... not a simple character sketch with an ending.
I can always suggest topics and such too, I'm very reachable
I decided to give you two weeks so you could take your time with this one... Wow lots of freedom on this huh? Again, read a piece or two of mine if you're unsure of what i'm going for here ... and you can pm me if you need advice, suggestions, or clarification ... good luck everyone!
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on April 27, 2007
- Rewards: Gold: 600, Silver: 150, Bronze: 100
- Final notes: The contest went great guys... next time I'm going to do the same rules, but without prewrites... it was VERY tough to decide between all the finalists. I tried to comment on every piece and offer pros and cons for everyone... Good job guys!
Contest Winners
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Gather round and hear the sound
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Come listen here to my terrible tale
That of the slightly small thunder snailby Interminable 35 lines, 25 comments, on Aug 15 11:52 AM 2006. In Society, Other
Bronze trophy winner
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by Freed by Mercy 49 lines, 25 comments, on Mar 31 9:15 PM 2007. In Christmas, Spiritual, Love, Hope, Redemption• Commented on by judge. Prewrite [remove]
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Tall and strong it reached the sky
For untold ages it seemed to stand• Commented on by judge. Prewrite [remove]
Silver trophy winner
Entries [24]
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The tender solicitude they share
With the intense desire they bare• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
I once was a small child forgotten in a room
there was never nowhere to go, Mom had left us on our ownby whitecities 26 lines, 1 comment, on Apr 13 9:40 PM 2007• Commented on by judge. -
The New Me
Left alone with my mindby Bgant84 62 lines, 2 comments, on Jan 15 9:11 PM 2007• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
Holding on to memories
Melting from your smileby Twilight4Eternity 109 lines, 19 comments, on Apr 13 11:22 PM 2007• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
facing an execution, (coping through sarcasm)• Commented on by judge.
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"No, my girl nine times out of ten, no
It is merely one of our ages many performances• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
She gazed upon the blazing embers
buried in the fireplace• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
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by MJ Donnelly 26 lines, 32 comments, on Apr 14 3:22 PM 2007. In Humor• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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by FabApocalypse 23 lines, 5 comments, on Mar 25 4:40 PM 2007. In Adult• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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Aishah-Bibi - wild tulip in the endless sea of steppe
With tender eyes of doe and lips like petals of a roseby Alleksa Jan 29 lines, 7 comments, on Oct 29 9:58 PM 2006. In Love• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
Screaming, needing, internal bleeding,
Fumed from the epochal gut.• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
The Guy: to a friend
The girl I love is no longer here• Viewed by judge. Prewrite
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Awesome Contest!
Hey, I love your rules for this contest. You've designed a great contest that allows much freedom. Thats what I love about it. Writing comes from the heart and limitations and rules shouldn't be placed on that. -
Bookmarking. I enjoy writing narratives. Hope you're in the mood for a tragedy. One may come your way within the next few days.
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Congratulations to all the winners. This was an enjoyable contest and I look forward to your next. Write on, everyone!
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Great contest, Ace! I enjoyed being a part of it. The top thre were really outstanding writes. You judged well and fairly, I think.
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