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Featured Contests

Let's have a look at this week's contests!

Sing Me a Story

Writing a story influenced by a song is a very popular way to write, which makes it a popular contest topic. losing control is hosting a Sing Me a Story contest that includes users picking a song from the list she has provided and then writing an entry based on it. If there's a song in the list that a participant already has a story written for, then they're free to enter it instead of having to write a brand new one!

Don't delay with entering because the deadline is sure to sneak up fast!

Rating:	any
Word Limit:	no minimum, no maximum
Prewrites:	allowed
Exemptions:	no incest

Deadline

For entries: 31st August

30 Song Contest

If the contest above had no songs that were appealing, how about Lady Phantomhive's 30 Song Contest? She is asking users to choose from her list of songs and write a brand new entry just for her contest, perfect for those who are wanting to spark up the creative juices! With the freedom to write about pretty much anything, participants can let loose and come up with an amazing entry that the host will enjoy! Want to write something shocking? Well, this host is keen to find something that will shock her and be original at the same time!

It sounds so good that there's no reason not to enter!

Rating:	any
Word Limit:	no minimum, no maximum
Prewrites:	not allowed
Exemptions:	no incest, no rape

Deadline

For entries: 16th September

Songs and Stories

If none of the songs in both those contests sound inspirational, here's a final contest that is asking for stories inspired by songs! Songs and Stories has a longer list of songs so it is more likely to contain one that is screaming out with inspiration. Nereid is open to all sensitive topics, provided that they are written in a tasteful manner, which opens this contest up for all types of entries!

Perfect for anyone who loves getting inspired without having limits!