Welcome to the sixth story writing contest on Islamicboard.
This thread will be the main hub for the general discussion about the Story Writing Contest. A separate thread will be created, after the deadline, to house this year's entries.
Here are some suggested rules for the contest, based on the rules we've had previously:
Stories can be about any topic, theme or genre, but must not conflict with forum rules.
Stories must be the entrant's own work and must be in English.
Each entrant may submit only one story.
Stories cannot have been posted already on this forum.
Stories cannot use existing characters e.g. your story cannot be about the adventures of Batman and Robin.
Stories can be any length, but no longer than 5,000 words - this is a limit not a target.
Do not post your story here or anywhere else on the forum (or anything to do with your story), as the contest is supposed to be anonymous. Not the genre, not the title and not even one sentence of it.
The deadline is tentatively 6th February 2014 - this is the last day on which entries shall be accepted. However, there is leeway to change this if necessary.
Stories should be submitted by Private Message to the Host - sister ~Zaria~. She will then create the thread for the entries, and post the entries there, once they've all been submitted and the deadline has passed. The host cannot participate in the contest, and cannot vote (as he/she will know who has written what).
Stories can be edited and formatted etc however the author chooses before submission, but the Host will not alter or reformat the story once it has been submitted
If you have any further suggestions, please share them.
The parameters are really wide. Read through some of the previous entries to see how wide those parameters are. We've had dramas, crime thrillers, horror, action-adventure, cute stories, and stories with morals etc.
To all: be sure to check out this thread (Writing Tips) http://www.islamicboard.com/creative...ting-tips.html and by all means feel free to read previous contests. Also feel free to ask any questions you have regarding the competition on this thread.
Take your time and make your entry the best it can be; really let your creativity loose.
I thank brothers Muezzin and aamirsaab for their contributions to the previous discussion thread, some of which I have adapted or copied in this post.
Let the writing begin!
Last edited by Insaanah; 12-07-2013 at 07:22 PM.
Reason: added that each entrant may submit one story, plus extended deadline to Feb 6th
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Re: IB Story Writing Contest Discussion Thread 2013
^ No. This is to keep it fair, so that everyone has an equal chance of winning. If one person writes two stories, and everyone else writes one story, this gives that person twice the chance of winning compared to everyone else.
If you have two stories, pick your best one to enter.
I've edited the opening post to add this to the rules.
Stunningly beautiful adhaan from the Dome of the Rock in Masjid ul Aqsa Download (right click and choose "save target/link as").
This is a clear message for mankind in order that they may be warned thereby, and that they may know that He is only One God, and that those of understanding may take heed (14:52)
Indeed Allah knows, and you know not (16: 74, part)
Re: IB Story Writing Contest Discussion Thread 2013
^Remember though that this one's for stories. If there's enough interest, then we'll hold a separate poetry contest too, as brother Muhammad said.
Stunningly beautiful adhaan from the Dome of the Rock in Masjid ul Aqsa Download (right click and choose "save target/link as").
This is a clear message for mankind in order that they may be warned thereby, and that they may know that He is only One God, and that those of understanding may take heed (14:52)
Indeed Allah knows, and you know not (16: 74, part)
Re: IB Story Writing Contest Discussion Thread 2013
The deadline for the story writing contest has been extended by a month, to the 6th Feb
The first post has been edited to reflect that.
Stunningly beautiful adhaan from the Dome of the Rock in Masjid ul Aqsa Download (right click and choose "save target/link as").
This is a clear message for mankind in order that they may be warned thereby, and that they may know that He is only One God, and that those of understanding may take heed (14:52)
Indeed Allah knows, and you know not (16: 74, part)
Stunningly beautiful adhaan from the Dome of the Rock in Masjid ul Aqsa Download (right click and choose "save target/link as").
This is a clear message for mankind in order that they may be warned thereby, and that they may know that He is only One God, and that those of understanding may take heed (14:52)
Indeed Allah knows, and you know not (16: 74, part)
Re: IB Story Writing Contest Discussion Thread 2013
everyone,
Just a reminder for those who are interested in entering our upcoming writing contest, to make a start from now in shaa Allah.
February 6th 2014 is our proposed closing date - and it may feel that you have ample time ahead, but we all know how fast time passes us by, esp. if you have made plans for this holiday season.
So, dont procrastinate - and remember that the best results are most often achieved when we devote the required time and effort towards any endeavor.
Think about your story-line, characters, themes and the lessons you would like to be learnt from your story - this will give you time to revise, edit and let it evolve into your personal master-piece in shaa Allah
So, let those creative juices begin to flow!
Looking forward to inspiring and well-thought out narratives in shaa Allah : )
Someone said to the Prophet, "Pray to God against the idolaters and curse them." The Prophet replied, "I have been sent to show mercy and have not been sent to curse." (Muslim)
Re: IB Story Writing Contest Discussion Thread 2013
How is everyone's stories coming along?
If you are having any difficulties or if you have any questions, post them here (without directly revealing your story to us).
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I have no short story in mind or anywhere else. I doubt i'll be entering.
Theres still time sis.
I see you have changed your nic from 'Writer' to 'Dreamin' - dont worry.....you can still put those 'dreams' onto paper in shaa Allah
Sometimes the best stories originate in our day-dreams, and they can be 'brought to life', by expressing them in various forms, e.g. in writing : )
Re: IB Story Writing Contest Discussion Thread 2013
ahh another story writing contest won't be writing anything though this time best of luck everyone
Allah made everyone different thats what makes them special,so no matter what ppl say just remember you're SPECIAL!! "You are with the one you love"
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and greetings to all
we'll hold a separate poetry contest too, as brother Muhammad said.
I guess there is no poetry section this year.....for being the host for the story writing contest sister.
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won't be writing anything though this time
best of luck everyone
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