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Fictional Short Stories

Short stories are perfect conveyors of message. Short stories have developed across various genres throughout human history - science fiction, horror, romance, fantasy, and mystery. Stories possess a source of power, uniting our emotions in transformative ways.

Short stories may be written in any style or genre. Submitted works will be graded on the unity of effect and narrations with strong messages that include an environmental issue either directly or indirectly.

 

Non-Fiction Essays
Essays encourage the reader to eavesdrop on the writer's ruminations, taking a look at the writer’s attempts to share his or her personal experiences. In this competition, the essay should be based on a personal memoir or a true story. The judges will not expect any journalistic or academic essays - rather, personal reflections that display each student’s own experience and observations related to environmental issues are encouraged.
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Poetry
Write a poem that explores the impact of environmental issues on our world. Consider the interconnectedness of ecosystems, the consequences of human actions on the environment, and the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations. Whether you choose to focus on climate change, pollution, deforestation, or any other environmental issue, use your words to evoke a sense of urgency and inspire readers to take action. Let your poem serve as a call to arms for environmental advocacy and a reminder of the beauty and fragility of our planet.

Application Rules

  • You project file with your creative work must be submitted for a complete application entitled properly. 

  • Short story and essays should be 1000 words or less.

  • Poems should be 40 lines or less. Each student may submit up to 3 poems.

  • Submissions should be on A4-sized paper with 1 inch (2.5 cm) margins on each side.
    They should be double-spaced, in 12-point type, using Times New Roman fonts. Any exceptions are not allowed. 

  • All projects must have a title. 

  • All projects must be submitted in PDF format.

Judging Criteria

  • Creativity: Does the writing invite the reader to think from unique perspective rather than everyday cliches?

  • Structure: All finalized writing should be comprehensible and well-organized.

  • Style: Judges will be looking for correct use of language and ease of understanding. Effective usage of literary devices, such as metaphor, imagery, and figurative language are highly encouraged.

  • Relevance to environment: The writing must address an environmental topic from a creative viewpoint.

  • Concrete Detail: Vivid details should be employed to express the writer's intentions.

  • Overall Impression: Arranges an incredible vocabulary, creative ideas on the topic and style which excites the reader.

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