Hey everyone, how are the gothic romance stories coming? Just a reminder that the deadline is tomorrow, Feb. 7th! Yikes, better get writing. If you want any help please stop by the Writing Center @ AUD 442.
GOTHIC ROMANCE*
FLASH-FICTION COMPETITION
‘Tis the season for cheesy love stories. If you're as tired of reading them as we
are, write your own gothic love story.
Deadline: Friday, February 7, 2014
Requirement: No more than 750 words
How to Submit: Bring a copy of your story to AUD 442 or Email it as a “doc” file to
Writingcenter@roosevelt.edu
The winning entry will be announced at the Writing Center's Valentine's Party on
Thursday, February 13th in room 442 at 5:00. The winning story will be published on the
Writing Center blog and the winner will also receive a gift certificate to Barnes & Noble.
*A gothic romance usually involves the supernatural, is heavily tinged with horror, and deals with real
human angst and emotion. Examples of gothic romances include Dracula, The Phantom of the Opera,
“A Rose for Emily,” Psycho, and The Castle of Otranto.
