Dear Writers and Creatives,

Gold Between the Lines Magazine is delighted to announce the inaugural Flash Fiction Challenge it is hosting right here on Wattpad. This is a fantastic opportunity for both emerging and established writers to showcase their storytelling prowess and win exciting prizes!

Here's what the magazine expects;

i.) Select only one of the three prompts provided below for your flash fiction story.

ii.) Your story should be no less than 500 words and not more than 1000 words.

iii.) The story should be original, creative, and new. It should not be published elsewhere and only created specifically for this challenge.

iv.) You can include the story in an already existing anthology published on Wattpad, or, you can write it as a new book. But please indicate in the title, 'GBL Flash Fiction' in brackets after your title and at the top of your blurb.

v.) Add this book to your private and public reading lists and follow the account for updates and announcements.

vi.) Your story must have a title and a short blurb.

vii.) Join us on X and Instagram, subscribe to our free blog for latest stories, poems, news, trends, writing tips and updates. Link in bio! This is because the winner's piece will be published exclusively to the GBL Online Magazine.

viii.) You must share this book on your profile for more engagement. As this is not a book club, please make sure in your promotional message, to specifically indicate that it is a Flash Fiction Challenge hosted by Gold Between the Lines Magazine and lead your followers to the Flash Fiction Challenge Chapter. The rest of the chapters are for extra information.

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Prompts;
Pick only one out of the three.

1.) Write a flash fiction story where the setting is a futuristic city and where memories can be bought and sold.

2.) Craft a flash fiction story about a person who discovers they can enter paintings and interact with the characters inside.

3.) Craft a flash fiction story about a day in the life of a time traveler who keeps accidentally changing history.

Remember;

☆ Not more than 1000 words and not less than 500 words.
☆ You can choose whichever genre that best suits your prompt.
☆ You can include in an existing anthology or publish it as a new book but (GBL Flash Fiction) should appear in the title.
☆ You can choose whichever style of writing you are most comfortable with.

Furthermore, it's essential to note that if your story wins and gets published exclusively in GBL Magazine, you are only permitted to share a brief blurb here on Wattpad in place of the story, then direct your readers to the magazine to read the full story. This exclusivity ensures that the magazine remains a premier platform for showcasing your work and allows us to provide you with the recognition and exposure you deserve.

As part of GBL's growing writers' community, your participation in this challenge opens doors to significant opportunities. Password A is your favourite or known Greek goddess. Winning writers not only receive valuable prizes, but also position themselves for future recognition, collaborations, and advancements in their writing journey. We believe in nurturing talent and offering a platform where your creativity can thrive and reach a broader audience.

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Prizes;

Depending on how many people enter the challenge, these are what the winners will receive.

First Place:
i.) Your story will be published in GBL Magazine and appears as a featured for at least 2 months.

ii.) You will receive a permanent promotional author profile and personal highlight on the GBL Instagram page.

iii.) A first place gold badge and gift card. (More about the gift card below)

iv.) A shoutout to your current WIP, here and social media platforms. (Instagram and X)

v.) Feedback and critique on your current WIP for the first 3 chapters (limited to Wattpad WIP).

Additionally, GBL Magazine is excited to offer an exclusive opportunity to our most active members. If you join the magazine, participate in challenges frequently, and achieve five or more wins, you'll be eligible for a one-year Masterclass subscription paid for by the magazine. This incredible prize is a testament to our commitment to supporting and rewarding dedicated writers within our community. Please read the other chapters for more info about the magazine.

Second Place:
i.) Your story will also be published in the GBL Magazine and featured for 3 weeks after the first-place period expires.

ii.) You'll receive a second place gold badge and a gift card.

iii.) A shoutout to your current WIP here and social media platforms.

Third Place:
i.) Your story will also be published in the GBL Magazine and featured in the custom magazine's timeline (2 weeks) after the second-place period expires.

ii.) You will receive a gold badge and a gift card.

iii.) A shoutout to your current WIP here and social media platforms.

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About the gift card:

This is your golden prize!

Maximizing Your Gift Card: This gift card is your key to unlocking exclusive benefits and opportunities within GBL Magazine. We encourage you to make the most of it and explore the possibilities it offers. Prizes become even more rewarding with a gift card, especially as we continue to host more challenges and grow our community. Your participation and contributions are invaluable to us, and we appreciate your support.

Seize the Advantage: By taking advantage of this gift card, you not only enhance your experience as a writer but also increase your chances of garnering attention for your work. Who knows, your exceptional talent may catch the eye of potential collaborators or publishers, opening up a world of opportunities and offers. Make the most of this opportunity, and let your creativity shine! Password B is your favourite or known Greek god.

First Place:

Congratulations!

♧ You have won an exclusive interview for GBL's, G.E.M Portraits segment. This is not a timeless offer. Exact dates will be posted after winners are announced.
You are required to give us a story/an exclusive interview about an incident that shaped who you are today and will be published in the magazine on a specific month's issue.

♧ You have also won an editorial service on current WIP for the first five chapters.
As the first-place winner, GBL will be honoured and glad to help you refine your current WIP (not limited to Wattpad).
This offer is eligible two weeks after you are announced as the winner and will only last one week. So you better take up on the offer as early as possible. Exact dates will be posted after the winners are announced.

♧ Custom illustrations of your WIP on the cover, protagonist and antagonist characters. Eligible for only two weeks after winner announcements.

♧ You are required to subscribe to the free magazine. Should be done immediately.

Second Place:

Congratulations!

♤ You have won a feature on GBL's next Exclusive Series. This one is timeless. If you have a story to be published as a series exclusively on GBL, this is your chance.

♤ Feedback and critique on your current WIP for the first three chapters (not limited to Wattpad). Eligible for only one week after winner announcements.

♤ Custom illustrations of your WIP on the cover and protagonist character. Eligible for only one week after winner announcements.

♤ You are required to subscribe to the free magazine. Should be done immediately.

Third Place:

♡ To make your own flash fiction challenge/writing prompt/interactive story/caption contest for other members to participate, courtesy of the magazine. This is a timeless gift. You can choose only one of the above options, report back to the magazine and the next challenge will be hosted on your behalf.

♡ To choose the theme for the Themed Month scheduled for May. It will be on your behalf. This is not a timeless gift. Whenever the magazine hosts the themed month, exact dates will be set.

♡ Custom illustrations of your WIP for the cover only. Eligible for only five days after winner announcement.

♡ Feedback and critique on your current WIP for the first two chapters (limited to Wattpad). Eligible for one week after winner announcement.

♡ You are required to subscribe to the free magazine. Should be done immediately.

NOTE: Once you have applied to use your gift card (you can apply via the inline comments), the timeline expires. You cannot come back to reapply. Your prizes and gifts will be awarded as per the magazine's conveniences.

If you have any questions, please send a private message. Anything to be clarified for everyone will be added to this chapter.

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(form in the inline comments)

Familiarise yourself with the magazine on the previous chapters, or visit Instagram and/or our blog for more information. There are some changes you might note, as the magazine is slowly making a few changes, but I'd be happy to clarify any issues.

Don't miss out on this incredible chance to showcase your talent, win amazing prizes, and unlock exclusive opportunities with GBL Magazine.

We look forward to reading your captivating stories.

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If you experience some problems with subscribing and if you do subscribe but do not receive a confirmation email, please inform me via private messages for action to be taken.

Applications will be closed officially on the 12th of April.

Once you've written your story and are ready to submit, please use the submission form in the comments.  (https://forms.gle/3CqGxoRzEssf66rh8) 

P.S. If you have written it as a chapter in an already existing anthology, submit the link of the chapter and not of the whole anthology. Submissions officially close on the 12th of May, 2024.