It was a wonderful night, full of genuine warmth and bonhomie. I was freezing sitting up the back of the room in a draft; however that wasn’t the reason why I kept trembling. It was nerve-wracking, sitting there listening to an actor read your story and wondering what all the other people thought of it. Apparently, afterwards, it sparked a tiny bit of discussion. I’m not all that surprised, considering the subject matter.
Here’s the judge’s report:
“Desperate choices born of decisions nobody would choose to make underscore this affecting story of a mother trying with all her might not to lose herself entirely when an unplanned pregnancy shatters the life she’s only just keeping under control. Moving and tautly-written, every detail rings true in this piece.”
Here I am with the judge, Cate Kennedy – famous Australian short story writer who is published here and internationally and her credits include an appearance in The New Yorker. Something to aspire to as well, yes?
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Glad it was a great night, and thanks for the photo
When will we get a link to the winning story??
I second that, along with a big WELL DONE! – CONGRATULATIONS! hug.
And I love!!! your new haircut!!!
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I’ll give the link out once I get it myself – hopefully it shouldn’t be too long!
Thanks T
Ooh wonderful! I can’t wait to read the story!
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Congratulations. The judges report is awesome, I can’t wait to read your work.
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The snippet from the judges report is tantalising. Can the story be read anywhere?
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Soon, soon!
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