Now that the Werewolf Fic has an "END" at the bottom of it...

[agilebrit]

I have cast my eyes abroad for my next story.

And I found this.

For the link-o-phobic, it's a writing competition examining "Astrobiology and the Sacred," and they want you to write a short story (under 5000 words) examining one of the following topics:

• Why did life emerge on Earth?
  
• Could there be life forms independent of biology?
  
• Is life in the universe sacred?
  
• What is the future of life on Earth?
  
• How would the discovery of extraterrestrial life affect our self-image?
  
• Is life in the universe inevitable?
  
• Do art or ethics have universal meaning?
  
• What would it mean if we were truly alone?

Fascinating topics, yes--especially for a young-earth creationist to examine. Deeper than I usually write, as I'm generally more about "tell me a story" than "sell me a theme," but I'm going to go for it, I think.

The prizes are $1000 for 1st place, $500 for second, and $250 for third.

They have to get your entry by June 15. Who's with me?

Comments

[bojojoti.livejournal.com]

Hmmm... I've never considered submitting a story for a contest. It could be interesting. I'll think about it.

Which topic? Three or four seem to jump out, but could I write 5000 words?

[agilebrit.livejournal.com]

It's up to 5000 words. You can be under, but not over, from what I understand of the wording. My problem, I think, is going to be not going OVER. I've found that I tend to run off at the keyboard lately...

[texanfan.livejournal.com]

Fascinating ideas all. Good luck!

[mermaidrain.livejournal.com]

Well that's intriguing. I've had a story idea for years that's kind of a creation story for Earth. Definitely fantasy/sci-fi and not what I personally believe though. It combines the story of Adam and Eve with Tlingit (AK Natives where I grew up) Mythology. Hmm... I wonder if that would fit....