The Red Bird
Written by Diane Tolliver Rose sat at her desk and reluctantly pulled her homework from her backpack. She really was not in the mood to do homework, but she was…
My Friend and I
Written by Tom Ludwig At a ripe old age of 6, I was held back in the first grade. By the time I turned 13, Jim was 12 years old,…
The Bear and the Boys
Written by Brant Parker Kuruc and Kuruck were from the great bear tribe of the Shawnee Indians. Both boys wanted to follow in the footsteps like their grandfather and Father…
Honorable Mention
The Book in the Attic Written by Esme Shane Emma sat down on the dusty chair and opened up the book she found in her grandmother’s old trunk. The book…
Honorable Mention
Life in 2039 Written by: David Harbin It’s 7:30 in the morning, and my alarm clock is ringing. As I turn it off, I realize the alarm clock is talking…
Third Place Winner!
All the Problems Disappear Written by Pete Steciow As a young boy in an impoverished town in South Africa, the days were long, and the nights were longer being so…
Second Place Winner!
The Vanity Written by: Tara Clark Mary sat on the edge of her grandmothers' bed, sadly looking around the newly emptied room. She was happy to finally get her own…
First Place Winner!
A King, An Ogre and A Festival Written by: Bob Brumfield High up on a mountain, there was a kingdom of Minutians ruled by his Majesty, good King Bill, and…