Good morning all. https://www.storiesspace.com/forum/writing-competitions-and-calls-for-submissions/its-not-what-it-looks-like-competition

Every one of us has experienced a moment in our life where things were not always what they seemed. Maybe it was a series of coincidences or just really bad timing. 

Have you ever walked in on something and instantly thought the worst only to have it not be that all? Maybe you assumed it was something amazing, only to realize it was something terrible instead. Or maybe, it was exactly what it looked like, no matter how hard you tried to deny it.

What does the title of the competition bring to your mind? Is it horror, love, humor, or a mix of everything? 

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Quick Rules:

All topics are open except for micro, flash, play, poetry, and song.

The word count minimum is 1000 and the maximum is 5,000

You cannot submit already published work.

All Stories Space rules and guidelines apply.  https://www.storiesspace.com/legal/acceptable-use-policy

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The ending date is May 25, 2024 

The winners will be announced on May 31, 2023

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Prizes:

First: $150 (USD)

Second: $50 (USD

Third: $25 (USD)

Have fun and if you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask!

As I'm sure many of you saw, the site was down for maintenance. It was a slight glitch in our system update. All should be well now but if you come across anything it may have affected, please let me know.

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Is the cash out of coins working? I had almost 375, so purchased rest on Dec 3. Got msg saying new coin purchase was pending 14 days, but still can’t cash out.

I'll ask them to check that out.

In the meantime, if you'd like to raise a ticket please click here: https://www.storiesspace.com/support/new-ticket

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Hey, how can we add a thread to the Forum? Or is that a mod-only activity?

Nope, you can do it. Go to the appropriate section where you want to make one and click Create A New Topic at the top of the page.

Me at 7 this morning when I started to cook for Thanksgiving dinner.

I've noticed the "likes" are still not staying checked. I've reported this issue.

Yes, it happened again.

Please know the team is working on it and will continue to monitor the issue moving forward. This could happen again throughout the day but they are on top of it.

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I had noticed. Thanks for the update, Molly. Bad server.😁

Very bad. nodding

I'm sure everyone is aware that the site was down for a little bit. They were doing an update and there was likely a server issue but it should all be sorted now. Thank you for your patience.

Hiya everyone. I wanted to come in here and touch base with you. I know it's been a little quiet around here, and I assure you it's not been for a lack of trying. So you all know, I appreciate each and every one of you. I wanted to have a comp out for you all a bit ago, but some things in my life decided otherwise. I am happy to say that there's one coming soon, so please be on the lookout for that. Hopefully, it will be a fun one.

While you wait for the comp and considering it's Spooky Season, my favorite time of year(I need to read Mendalla's story), I wanted to remind everyone about one of the writing prompts. I've actually written a story for it. I haven't posted a story since 2021! I should change that.

Here is the link for the prompt. I hope some of you consider it. https://www.storiesspace.com/forum/stories-space-writing-prompts-challenges/photo-challenge

In the spirit of Halloween, I'll leave you all with cookies.

Can there be such a thing as too many vacations? I'm exhausted and so glad to have my routine back today.

wondering in turning on the lights sitting in a computer chair, twirling around looking all over It's kind of quiet in here. I've been trying to write but I've been a bit distracted lately. Too many fires.

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I hope the visit goes well! My daughter and her boyfriend are coming here next weekend. It's been almost a year since I've seen her. I'm excited.

In honor of me watching Godzilla (1954) here are some cookies.