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Twisted Tales invites your students to explore characterization and the effect of the narrator and perspective on a story. Let your students put a twist on the classic narrative of good vs evil, to show us the other side of the story.

They could choose to write their 100-word story about a classic villainous character, or think outside the box and consider the baddies in the world around them; from natural disasters and the animal kingdom to hackers and corruption, there’s no limit to what they could write about, so even the most reluctant writers will be inspired!

Download load a HUGE amount of free resources which will support your students' creative writing, help engage them and motivate them to write their twisted tale.

Remember, if your school is paperless or you're trying to be more green you can email entries, upload them here on our website or log in to your school's account to access the Online Writing Portal where your students type their work in your lesson. (Email us if you need a reminder of your login details!)

[Rules] =>

Only one entry per student, there is no limit to the number of entries per school. Teachers please submit your entries altogether where possible!

Your students' entries must be their own work.

Mini sagas can be submitted on the entry form or a sheet of paper or typed (on a computer or using the Online Writing Portal)

Each student's name, age and school name should be included on their entry.

100-word limit for mini sagas (excluding the title).

Story starters are optional, but must be included in the word count if used.

Entries submitted must be on the contest theme of the villain's point of view.

[School Prizes] =>

The school that submits the best overall set of entries in Sept-Nov 2022 will win The Young Writers' Award of Excellence!

Plus every participating teacher receives a free copy of the book their students feature in!

[Student Prizes] =>

Our favorite 3 writers will each receive a $50 Amazon e-gift voucher!

Plus every entrant receives a bookmark and students chosen for publication will receive a certificate of merit.

[Tips] =>

Check out this Guide to Anti-Villians!

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We received over 16,000 entries for Twisted Tales contest! Wow!

We loved reading every entry, they kept us busy for a few weeks - and now we are delighted to announce the school and student winners:

1st Place School Winner

Bensalem High School, PA
Whose students feature in "Twisted Tales - A Rip In Time"

A huge thank you to everyone who took part and congratulations to all the winners!

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