Writing Contest

Your Story, Your Picture Book: Writing Contest

Who Can Enter?

Students in Grades 3-12

Pick a Theme:

1. Friendship & Kindness
2. Adventures
3. Imagination
4. Caring for the Earth
5. Heroes or Role Models 

Story Length:

250-450 words

How to Submit:

1. Typed or neatly handwritten
2. Include your name, grade, and school
3. Email your story to: ukiahbookfair@gmail.com 

Rules:

Write your own story—no copies! Your story does not need pictures.

Prizes:

1st, 2nd, & 3rd place winners
Gold & silver medals, honorable mention 

Judging Criteria:

*Creativity
*Theme
*Structure
*Impact 

Important Dates:

Deadline: April 30th
Runner-ups announced: May 5 (by email)
Winners announced: May 17 (at the Book Fair) 

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