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Originally posted by QuinnieB QuinnieB wrote:

Hello! It's certainly been quiet around here.

I haven't entered the 250 yet this year. I made it to finals last year, but part of me doesn't want to push my luck again. The closer the deadline gets, though, the more I'm leaning towards doing it. I'm so addicted to these contests!

I was so disappointed about the microfiction, too! I had never tried it, but I had two other people talked into doing it with me. Since we'd all be guaranteed two rounds, it was going to be super fun. Too bad they did away with it! I did wind up doing the Scary Story challenge and loved it. 

Yes, the loss of the two rounds was a disappointment. A lot of people really liked that format. Maybe they will bring it back!!!!
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Thank you, I appreciate it! As it inches nearer I have been pondering if I've bitten off more than I can chew, especially with a higher word count. But it will be a good challenge and something fun to look forward to. I hope you have a fun time as well!
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I am actually never 100% sure if I’m alive or dead. But I am excited about this challenge!
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Originally posted by Holt5 Holt5 wrote:

Thank you, I appreciate it! As it inches nearer I have been pondering if I've bitten off more than I can chew, especially with a higher word count. But it will be a good challenge and something fun to look forward to. I hope you have a fun time as well!

The big problem with short story is they cut the word count to only 2000. I passed because of that. It's not worth writing basically flash. Scary I tried, but 250 would need about $5 for an entry fee to be worthwhile. They're really misreading how much competition they have with lower prices and shorter turnaround time.
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Hard to believe it's 250 time again. Seems like I just finished the last one! I debated entering, as I have a busy weekend ahead, but I really enjoy it. 

I gave the 100 a shot and even though the judge's seemed to like my story, it went nowhere. 

Looking forward to reading some great pieces!
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Originally posted by Rhenn Rhenn wrote:

Hard to believe it's 250 time again. Seems like I just finished the last one! I debated entering, as I have a busy weekend ahead, but I really enjoy it. 

I gave the 100 a shot and even though the judge's seemed to like my story, it went nowhere. 

Looking forward to reading some great pieces!

100 has been the hardest for me so far. At least, it was for the 2024. I might try it again in 2026, but I needed time to lick my wounds and improve my skills a bit. 
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I was on the fence, but just signed up. 
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I'm barely alive and will be doing the 250! The last two challenges of the 250 I didn't make it to the second round, so got a bit demoralized. But it's still my favorite length, and I have made it to the finals before, so let's see how it goes.

Unfortunately, I also signed up to do a craft show all day Saturday, so my writing time will be limited. Sometimes a time crunch is exactly what I need NOT to overthink!
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Hi everyone. This is my first NYC Midnight contest in over 10 years, gulp! Embarrassed Excited to be doing the 250, which is new to me. I placed 2nd in flash fiction in 2013.
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Originally posted by hemlocktea hemlocktea wrote:

Hi everyone. This is my first NYC Midnight contest in over 10 years, gulp! Embarrassed Excited to be doing the 250, which is new to me. I placed 2nd in flash fiction in 2013.

Welcome back!
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