• Participants must be ages 12 – 18 to enter
• Open to Madison Library District residents only
• 2,000 word maximum
• Limit 1 short story per person
• Must include an animal as part of the main story
• No photos or illustrations
  
• Work must be original, not previously published, and titled
• Submissions that are deemed inappropriate, culturally inaccurate or possess negative stereotypical characterization will be disqualified

HOW TO SUBMIT:

• Email your original work to Gina Miller or bring a hard copy into the library.
• Subject line must say: “Tail”ish Tales Contest.
• Please include your name, age, and phone number in the email.
• Paste or type your short story in the email itself. Attachments will not be opened.

DEADLINE:

All entries must be received by Monday, July 26th, 2021.
Winners will be announced on Friday, July 31st, 2020 via Facebook, Instagram and email.

PRIZES:

First prize- Scrivener writing software ($50 value).
Second prize- Fat Cat’s movie date pack.
Third prize- Florence’s Candy box of chocolates.

All three winners will receive publication online at www.madisonlib.org and an award certificate.

For more information please email Gina Miller.