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Winning Short Stories

FriendsWorld October 2024 Competiton

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The October 2024 Short Story Competition received many submissions from many states and countries. The following have been selected as winners!

"Close Hearts"

 Author: Luke (11)

The Philippines

I saw the bright morning sun struggling to peek through my room’s black-out curtains. Today should be like any ordinary school day, but a tumultuous storm has formed deep inside me...

"Writer's Block"

Author: Timofey (12)

Massachusetts, USA

“RRRRIIIIIP!” went the paper as Timmy ripped it out of his notebook. 
“That's no good!” he murmured as he tossed the paper into the trash. Soon he would become a professional...

"My First Day in the United States"

Author: Maria (10)

Pennsylvania, USA

It was a dark night at the airport, when I left the airport with my mom. Outside it was cold and windy.  People were walking and talking on their cell phones...

7 Honorable Mentions

FriendsWorld October 2024 Competiton

​Award for Most Intriguing Intro

"A Trip to the Library" by Kial (12) from Florida

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Award for Excellent Character Development

"The Little Flower" by London (13) from D.C. 

 

Award for Epic Plot Twist

"Horrible Nightmare" by Caroline (13) from Illinois

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Award for Scariest Halloween Story 

"Beyond The Veil" by Yahti (14) from Michigan

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Award for Fantastic Comedic Writing

"To Far Back" by Jayden (11) from Texas​

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Award for Detailed Storytelling

"My Second Day in Wisconsin Dells" by Sofia (10) from Illinois

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Award for Most Elevated Vocabulary 

"The Child Who Took the Reins of Life" by Mike (12) from England

Thank you to every student who participated in the competition.
Your stories were a joy to read! 

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