Prompt:
Write your own version of an imagined or invented journal entry that has been discovered in a bottle.
Santa Cruz won a grant to put on an Edgar Allan Poe party. Part of that party is a contest. The inspiration for the contest: In 1833 Poe won $50 for his short story that won a contest held by The Baltimore Saturday Visitor.
To-Do List (for those who wish to join the fray...how to saa-ave a grade; winning, placing, or getting honorable mention in any contest brings extra credit) (:
1. Read Poe's winning story: "MS. Found in a Bottle." After you read it, if you are confused, read the basic overview at wikipedia.
2. Write your imaginative journal entry. Give it a title; don't use Poe's title.
3. Fill out the entry form. You'll find it here: http://santacruzreads.org/competitions
4. Print out your story, but do not put your name or any identifying information on your story except your title.
5. Mail it in (postal not email).
6. Relax.
Deadline:
October 21, 2011
4:00 pm
Good luck!
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