thís ruвríc sєrvєs αs α guídєlínє fσr judgєs αnd pαrtícípαnts αlíkє.

★彡 rσund σnє [1] 彡★

✦Title - 5 Points
Well, this far into the story, how well does the title correlate with the tale? Does it enhance the optics of the story? Does it appear to be well thought out?

✦ Cover - 5 Points
How aesthetically pleasing is it? Does it incite a desire to know more? The colours and fonts and placement, does it match the story's theme? Does it sell it?

✦ Blurb - 10 Points
How true to the story is the summary? Is summary interesting and compelling to read? Is it concise enough that it gives just enough information without overselling the story? Does it incite a desire and curiosity to read?

✦ Characterization - 10 Points
Does the author create believable, memorable characters with the uniqueness, complexity, and individuality of real people? Do you respond to the characters either positively or negatively? Does the main character respond to and influence events? Does the dialogue contribute to rich, vivid, unique characterization?

✦ Writing Quality - 10 Points
Does the quality of the author's story and deftness in handling point-of-view enhance the story? Do specific details appeal to your senses and hold your attention? Does the author use precise, active verbs? Does the rhythm of the prose enhance the meaning? Are metaphors and similes skillfully employed?

★彡 rσund twσ [2] 彡★

✦ Plot - 10 Points
Has the author constructed a clear, convincing and compelling storyline with a recognizable arc of conflict, crisis, and resolution? Are obstacles to be overcome sufficiently challenging to the protagonists? Do you feel tension mounting in the story? Is the resolution innovative, credible and authentic?

✦ Theme - 10 Points
Does the story contain a central or dominating theme? Does the author make this idea concrete through the characters and their actions? How well is the message integrated into the story? Is the story an agenda-driven platform?

✦ Mechanics - 10 Points
Are there errors present in spelling, grammar, paragraphing, and punctuation? Are words used incorrectly? Do typographical errors mar your enjoyment of the story? Does the vocabulary fit and enhance your understanding of each character, as well as the setting? Are language and grammar authentic?

✦ Setting/Atmosphere - 10 Points
Are historical and geographic details sufficiently and accurately developed to give the story a realistic or appropriate atmosphere and setting? Can you visualize the places being described? Does the story contain anachronisms?

★彡 rσund thrєє [3] 彡★

✦Premise/Concept- 15 Points
Does the writer engage the reader's attention immediately? Is tone, setting, and character established quickly? The idea behind the story, the "hook," how well written is it? Are the timing of the action, unfolding of plot elements, and pace of character development done properly? The overall quality of the writing, how is it? Is the tone is appropriate to the material and is the narrative distinct, and does it effectively convey the mood or "feel" of the story?

✦Style - 10 Points
Is writing fresh and free of cliches? Does it reveal the writer's own vision and attitude clearly? Are viewpoint changes and pacing handled smoothly?

✦Overall Impact- 15 Points
Does the reader feel immersed in the setting and the characters? Does the story resonates with the reader and leaves a lasting impact. Can the reader pick an underlying message from the story?

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★彡 rσund σnє [1] 彡★

✧ Relevance to the theme - 10 points

✧ Creativity/Style and Originality - 20 points

✧ The coherence of form and structure (harmony of words, presentation) - 10 points

Overall points- 40

★彡 rσund twσ [2] 彡★

✧ Clarity of imagery and language - 10 points

✧Content  - 20 points

✧Interpretation- 10 points

Overall points-40

★彡 rσund thrєє [3] 彡★

✧Organization [unity of thoughts] - 10 points

✧ Style [originality] - 10 points

✧ Form/Structure - 20 points

Overall points-40