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Open Books Writing Competition
——Sponsored by Dolores McArdle Reading Trust
Goal:
To encourage and reward creative writing while at home during social distancing, reinforcing the idea that everyone has story to tell, and to cultivate a mindset of valuing the community.
Open to:
All students who are in the 3rd —12th grade in the Chicago area.
Age Groups:
Group 1: 3rd—5th; Group 2: 6th—8th; Group 3: 9th—12th.
Prizes:
First prize: $ 1000 (One winner from each age group).
Second prize: $200 (Three winners from each age group).
Furthermore, all works of winners will be published in a short story anthology. Each winner will get a free copy of the anthology, which will also be sold in our Open Books West Loop book-store.
Subjects and Formats:
Submissions should be on the topic of the community and can be any genre(体裁) —creative fiction, personal narrative, poetry, etc.
Some ideas to get you started: write about a character that experiences the importance of the community. What does the community mean to you? Who is a hero in your community and why?
Maximum length: 2500 words (about 10 pages); no minimum length.
Timeline:
Submissions will be closed on May 31.
Judging will take place in June.
Winners will be announced at the end of June.
Prizes will be awarded in August.
Other Details:
By submitting your writing, you acknowledge that your work may be published by Open Books. All questions can be directed to writingcontest@ open-books. org.
1. What is the purpose of this writing competition?
A. To encourage students to publish their own books.
B. To select the most talented student in the Chicago area.
C. To inspire writing and draw attention to the community.
D. To improve students' writing skills and broaden their horizons.
2. How many candidates have the chance to publish their works?
A. 3. B. 6 C. 9. D. 12.
3. When will winners probably be announced?
A. On May 31. B. On June 30. C. On July 16. D. On August 15.
