Tag Archives: Writing contests

How Not to Enter a Writing Contest

Posted on April 1, 2012 by kymlucas

Ranting and Raving about Writing This week, in between work and other obligations, I’ve been judging entries in a writing contest. This is sometimes challenging since it can demand a great deal of tact, not something I possess in great … Continue reading →

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Trick or Treat

Posted on October 31, 2011 by kymlucas

A Rave: When you enter a writing contest, it’s a lot like going trick or treating. You dress up your story in its finest costume and send it out into the world, never knowing whether you’ll be rewarded with Butterfingers … Continue reading →

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“Judge Not….” Part 2

Posted on August 1, 2011 by kymlucas

Rave — Reading and Writing You may remember a post I wrote a few months ago called “Judge Not….” — all about my philosophy on judging writing contests. Well, guess what! Today I got an email today which called the comments … Continue reading →

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