The Grand Masquerade of Writing Awards – a name that evokes a sense of mystery, grandeur, and the unveiling of literary excellence. Each year, established authors and captivating new voices vie for recognition under its glittering spotlight. But beyond the GRAND BALLROOM, a vibrant, bustling section exists, a haven for emerging writers – the Mini-Masquerades.

Like the Main Masquerade, the Mini-Masquerades embrace your ongoing journey. Whether your novel is a burgeoning epic or a captivating work-in-progress, your poem a whisper or a symphony, or your script a spark of an idea or a fully drafted masterpiece (depending on the category), the Mini-Masquerades welcomes you.

Here, the judging mantle falls solely upon me. I, your devoted reader, will meticulously assess each entry, searching for the spark of brilliance, the unique voice, and the captivating aspects within your work.

Here's what sets the Mini-Masquerades apart:

Unleash your creativity: There's no limit to the number of entries you can submit. Let your imagination run wild!

Embrace your journey: Still crafting your masterpiece? No worries! Most categories welcome ongoing projects, though some may require a more substantial portion.

Recognition deserves reward: The Mini-Masquerades offer prizes on par with the main awards. Your dedication deserves just compensation.

One password unlocks the magic: Look no further than the RULES & PAYMENTS section for your entry key. It applies to both the Mini-Masquerades and the main awards.

Curious about the spoils? For details on Mini-Masquerade prizes, delve into the Rewards & Prizes chapter.

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒊𝒏𝒊-𝑴𝒂𝒔𝒒𝒖𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒓 𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒈𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒃𝒆𝒚𝒐𝒏𝒅 𝒂𝒏 𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅. 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒚 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒗𝒊𝒅𝒆 𝒂 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆 𝒔𝒆𝒆𝒏, 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒅, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆 𝒏𝒖𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒅.

 𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈 𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐒:

➳BEST TITLE

➳BEST COVER

➳BEST BLURB

➳BEST PROLOGUE

➳BEST CHAPTER TITLES

➳BEST FIRST CHAPTER

➳BEST AESTHETICS/GRAPHICS

➳BEST FEMALE PROTAGONIST [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST MALE PROTAGONIST [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST ANTAGONIST [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST FIRST TIME MEET UP  [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST COUPLE [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST FIRST KISS [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST STEAMIEST KISS  [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST ROMANTIC SCENE  [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST SMUT SCENE  [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST WORLD BUILDING  [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST WRITING STYLE  [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST HEARTWARMING CHAPTER  [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST HEARTBREAKING CHAPTER  [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST FIGHT-COMBAT SCENE [ Chapter Specific ]

➳BEST DEATH SCENE  [ Chapter Specific ]

➳ BEST EPILOGUE

𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈-𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐒
"CHAPTER SPECIFICs"

✭ SIDEKICK SUPREME - [ BEST SUPPORTING CHARACTERS ]

✭DIALOGUE THAT DELIGHTS - [ BEST DIALOGUE DELIVERY ]

✭FIRST LINE FRENZY - [ BEST OPENING LINE ]

✭ECONOMY OF WORDS - [ BEST VOCALBULARY ]

✭WANNABE YOURS - [ IDEAL BOYFRIEND/ GIRLFRIEND CHARACTER ]

✭FUMES OF DESIRE - [ BEST STEAMY SEDUCTION ]

✭SWEET INTOXICATION - [ BEST FIRST TIME SCENE ]

✭MASTER OF CLIFFHANGER - [ BEST CLIFFHANGER CHAPTER ]

✭LAUGH OUT LOUD - [ BEST FUNNY SCENE ]

𝐑𝐎𝐘𝐀𝐋 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈-𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐄:

✨ MOST LIKELY TO BE A MOVIE HIT (For the book with the most cinematic potential)

✨ ELIGIBILTY- Must be Completed

✨ SPECIAL REWARDS - An Exclusive Interview & a special COLLAB.

Also am open to more suggestions for mini categories that you'd like to have. Please don't fill out the forms here. Refer to next chapter!