2000 Words, Endless Possibilities: The OS Contest - RESULTS!

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šŸŽ‰ 2000 Words, Endless Possibilities: The Final Results šŸŽ‰

Drum rolls, a collective gasp from the crowd, and the excitement in the air is palpable…

After an incredibly competitive and inspiring round of entries, it’s time to reveal the results! Every single submission showed immense creativity, skill, and dedication, making this contest truly special. The judges have poured over every entry and now, the result moment is heresmiley40

Before that a BIG THANK YOU to all the participants for making this contest a fun-filled one guyssmiley31

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AND AND, know your judges participants ...

the Shah Rukh Khan's of writing worldsmiley9

Viswasruti

Savera84

The heart of our competition....smiley27


Without further delay… drum rolls intensify


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🄈 Second Runner-Up 🄈

Title - The Heart Goes On (16.75/20)

Author - heavenlybliss

Here's your prize smiley40

Gasps and applause as the announcement is made! smiley32

Judge’s Comment -

Viswasruti - The author did a great job of capturing the anguish and grief of losing a loved one, and the narration is similar to a visual. The situations are well defined and vividly described. Well done.

Savera84 - Heart wrenching tale of Haniya, but the ending leaves the reader at peace knowing Haniya is at peace after living with the guilt.


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🄈 First Runner-Up 🄈

Wait...we have a tie here smiley9

Title - Shadows of Betrayal & Legacy of the Forgotten (17.25/20 & 17.25/20)

Author - So-So

(Yes both entries were by her)

Clapsssss smiley32

Judge’s Comment for Shadows of Betrayal

Viswasruti - It's never easy to write a historical narrative. It is captivating and unstoppable. It pulls the reader in and makes them feel like they are a part of the drama and mystery. The author expertly used well-described locations to generate a clear image of the historical context.

Savera84 - The story is as engaging as the movie Jodha Akbar.

Judge’s Comment for Legacy of the Forgotten

Viswasruti - With an engrossing concept the author drew the reader into that haveli, and the reader never wanted to leave - it's a gripping horror thriller. By using vivid descriptions, the author successfully managed to captivate the reader.

Savera84 - This will leave the reader in goosebumps. I am sure few will dive into the bed and duck under the duvets. Totally worthy of a thriller.

Here's your prize smiley40



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šŸ† And now… The WINNER šŸ†

Againn! We have a tie smiley4

Soooo, the winners are


Title - The Echoes of Home (17.75/20)

Author - minakrish

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Title - Messenger of Peace (17.75/20)

Author - So-So


Judge’s Comment for The Echoes of Home -

Viswasruti - It is a story of every human being who shifts from home to home in every phase of their life! Everyone may relate to the high emotional quotient. Thanks to the author's skillful presentation of this theme, the emotional upheaval, the sentiment of loss and heaviness in heart, and the childhood memories all came to life and flashed before our eyes. A well written OS.

Savera84 - Another well written tale on how hard it is to say good bye to a place where one lived all their childhood with wonderful memories.


Judge’s Comment for The Messenger of Peace -

Viswasruti - Handling such a complex plot is not an easy task for everyone. The author skillfully handled the mythological theme and did a great job of outlining the moral and ethical aspects of the conflict and its possible dangers. This OS provided a new acceptable solution to an ancient conflict, a fresh, acceptable resolution it is! A well written story.

Savera84 - Well flown narration and meaningful subject.


Here are your prizes winners smiley40



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Posted: 8 months ago
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šŸŽ¤ Final Thoughts from the Judges šŸŽ¤

[comments/feedbacks on each OneShot]

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Entry 1 - Good Bye Mother (Drama)

Judge 1 - The agony and tragedy were effectively explained, and the reading was engaging, but it needs in a few more words.

Judge 2 - Mother waited to see the daughter one last time before her death. Very emotional. The mother daughter bond should have been explored a bit more in detail.

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Entry 2 - Whispers of the Waves (Drama)

Judge 1 - This story contains all the elements that make it a wonderful read: romantic feelings, longing and loss, pathos, grief, and visceral memories - all sensitive feelings conveyed in an engaging manner. A well written story.

Judge 2 - The husband's emotional turmoil after losing his beloved wife was captured nicely.

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Entry 3 - An Unanswered Goodbye (Drama)

Judge 1 - This OS has excellent character development. In delineating the delicate moments between the two characters, the author's skill is evident. A well written one.

Judge 2 - Wishes can come true at a wrong time too. No one can do anything about it. The gist of it was narrated well.

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Entry 4 - How long it takes you to get to know the person next to you? (Drama)

Judge 1 - The message of this OS is the author's eagerness to describe the suffering of a wife who has been betrayed by her husband. It's a good read.

Judge 2 - The bravery of the woman who weathered storm after storm and her victory at the end was well narrated.

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Entry 5 - This Is How You Say Goodbye (Drama)

Judge 1 - It is a descriptive narrative, where the author was successful in creating vivid scenes. While outlining the wife's inner anxieties, deep fears, sensitive emotions and delicate feelings, the comforting ending gave this story a fresh perspective.

Judge 2 - This story narrated what misconceptions can do to a relationship and how one realises enough is enough and act on their well-being and last but not the least, telling the abusive partner what they want to do on their face is not easy. Engaging and well written.

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Entry 6 - The Heart Goes On (Drama)

Judge 1 - The author did a great job of capturing the anguish and grief of losing a loved one, and the narration is similar to a visual. The situations are well defined and vividly described. Well done.

Judge 2 - Heart wrenching tale of Haniya, but the ending leaves the reader at peace knowing Haniya is at peace after living with the guilt.

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Entry 7 - The Echoes of Home (Drama)

Judge 1 - It is a story of every human being who shifts from home to home in every phase of their life! Everyone may relate to the high emotional quotient. Thanks to the author's skillful presentation of this theme, the emotional upheaval, the sentiment of loss and heaviness in heart, and the childhood memories all came to life and flashed before our eyes. A well written OS.

Judge 2 - Another well written tale on how hard it is to say good bye to a place where one lived all their childhood with wonderful memories.

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Entry 8 - A Latte to the Rescue (Comedy)

Judge 1 - It was a funny narrative of how an unintentional action may turn someone into a hero and how it saved everyone. A well written one.

Judge 2 - This reminded me of Surf Excel advertisement Daag Achhe Hain. This story has nicely narrated that Clumsiness also has advantages. Good writing style.

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Entry 9 - Shadows of Betrayal (Historical)

Judge 1 - It's never easy to write a historical narrative. It is captivating and unstoppable. It pulls the reader in and makes them feel like they are a part of the drama and mystery. The author expertly used well-described locations to generate a clear image of the historical context.

Judge 2 - The story is as engaging as the movie Jodha Akbar.

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Entry 10 - An Unexpected Turn (Comedy)

Judge 1 - It's difficult to turn an unexpected situation into a humorous one. The author was successful in turning a comic incident and its repercussions into a successful film.

Judge 2 - Another comedy tale and the author did justice to the genre.

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Entry 11 - The Final Goodbye (Drama)

Judge 1 - The author skillfully crafted the story of love, separation, and longing by employing nature as a presenter of the characters' moods. The author's mastery of wordcraft is evident in the narrative's fluid flow.

Judge 2 - True love never dies. But one wants to fulfill their dreams too. The understanding between the protagonists was well depicted.

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Entry 12 - The Ink of Shadows (Historical)

Judge 1 - A young girl found her grandmother's long-lost, forgotten love story, which was brief but exquisitely penned. A well written OS.

Judge 2 - The tale will leave the reader with a lump in the throat but, they will surely understand the sacrifices made by the hero. Wonderfully narrated story.

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Entry 13 - Whispers of love (Drama)

Judge 1 - A masterfully written story on human relationships. Everything was beautifully depicted, including association, life, and grief for the loss.

Judge 2 - Tale well depicted involving the bond shared between a grand daughter and the grandmother. It is always hard to say good bye even if we know that is natural.

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Entry 14 - Legacy of the Forgotten (Mystery & Thriller)

Judge 1 - With an engrossing concept the author drew the reader into that haveli, and the reader never wanted to leave - it's a gripping horror thriller. By using vivid descriptions, the author successfully managed to captivate the reader.

Judge 2 - This will leave the reader in goosebumps. I am sure few will dive into the bed and duck under the duvets. Totally worthy of a thriller.

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Entry 15 - Messenger of Peace (Mythology)

Judge 1 - Handling such a complex plot is not an easy task for everyone. The author skillfully handled the mythological theme and did a great job of outlining the moral and ethical aspects of the conflict and its possible dangers. This OS provided a new acceptable solution to an ancient conflict, a fresh, acceptable resolution it is! A well written story.

Judge 2 - Well flown narration and meaningful subject.

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Entry 16 - Love You Tara! (Drama)

Judge 1 - The bonding process and the upcoming disagreements between parents and their children in different phases, were skillfully handled by the author in this story. The tragic conclusion gave the story a unique vibe.

Judge 2 - The fights, the discipline, the nurturing doesn't make sense when something devastating happens to the child. Another emotional tale well depicted.

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Entry 17 - Mystery Behind The Old Farm House (Mystery)

Judge 1 - The setting for this story is an excellent selection. Creating a suspenseful thriller against this backdrop is another aspect. The author never lets go of the reader till the very end of this masterfully written thrilling drama.

Judge 2 - It was indeed a mystery. Isn't it? The person has to hide himself or declare himself dead to save himself when he was wrongly accused because of a cheating friend. The subject was good.

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Entry 18 - Whispered Apologies in the Wind (Drama)

Judge 1 - To show us the character's inner depths of love and life, the author deftly described the emotional sentiments of a grieving heart and the unavoidable facts of life that are challenging.

Judge 2 - Good attempt at the genre. Emotional impact is unmissable.

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Entry 19 - The Hidden Door (Mystery)

Judge 1 - The author succeeded in building tension and curiosity through Khushi's investigation. The ending is more intriguing. A well written story.

Judge 2 - Another tale which leaves the reader worrying for the safety of the protagonists. Nicely narrated story.

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Entry 20 - Vanity will lead to insanity (Horror)

Judge 1 - A young girl's dreams of winning a crown, the conflict between ambitions and realities, and the difficulties in between are all well written. The reader is left feeling despondent by the awful conclusion.

Judge 2 - Over confidence leads to destruction. Nice subject and wonderfully narrated.

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Posted: 8 months ago
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Dear Judges,

I just want to take a moment to give a big shout-out to our amazing judges Madhuri Dii and Raji for the oneshot competition. You guys really went above and beyond, not just in reading all the entries but in giving thoughtful feedback and making this entire process so much smoother. I know it wasn’t an easy task with so many great stories, but you handled it like pros!

So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you again for being a part of this.

Here's something for you both smiley27

(Jo pasand aaye woh le lo smiley36At first I wasn't planning to reveal judges namesmiley17)

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Posted: 8 months ago
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Until Next time....

A huge thank you to everyone who participated and made this contest a-m-a-z-i-n-g smiley31smiley40

Authors, if you post your OneShots anywhere, please send me the link. I will add all the story links here in this post!smiley27

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Posted: 8 months ago
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A big thank you to the WC DT Team for allowing me to host this contest. smiley31

And for having my back, answering all my questions patiently smiley27

You guys are amazing smiley9

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Posted: 8 months ago
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And congratulations winners smiley40smiley40best wishes to you guys...amazing OneShots smiley42

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Congratulations to all the winnersšŸ’

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for creating such a wonderful platform for writers to showcase their creativity. Opportunities like these are invaluable for nurturing talent and encouraging storytelling.

Your efforts in organizing this contest have inspired countless writers to share their voices and perspectives. It’s initiatives like yours that fuel the passion for writing and help us all grow as artists and creators.

Warm regards.

Hakuna.šŸ’

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Posted: 8 months ago
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A big Congratulations to all the Winners! smiley40

@So-So Triple Win!! Woww smiley10smiley10smiley10

Congratulations


Thank you Judges for the comments smiley9.

And Thank you Anushka for the hosting this contest smiley27 I wish mere paas enough time hota... to explore a couple of other genres too. Nonetheless, grateful for the opportunity smiley41.

Thank you


Love,

Stuti

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Posted: 8 months ago
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Congratulations to all the winnersšŸ’

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Posted: 8 months ago
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Congratulations to all the winners smiley32smiley32smiley40

Great šŸ‘ to all judges for taking out time for judging and smiley32 Anushka for organizing it.

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