I agree. Please ask the mod to put this as a sticky for a better response. Also, why don't the mods collaborate on the project to run it better? I too think like most ff exchanges, the writer's name should not be attached to the story to prevent bias, and to prevent only well known or popular forum members from getting a fair read. And perhaps, rather than a judging panel, why not have a sticky vote?or have both. One as a popular choice, and the other as a judge's vote.
If this takes off, it could well be a feature of the forum. Perhaps the mods would consider archiving all the stories separately to build up a nice ff database for the future.
Ff is an excellent way of promoting communication and creativity amongst forum members.
Take care!