🌟✨ 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚 - 𝐀𝐮𝐫𝐚 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 ✨🌟

"Behind every scene lies a feeling. Behind every feeling, a writer's soul."

By Host : Shivika

🏷️ 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗧𝗜𝗧𝗟𝗘 (50 POINTS)

"A title is the crown of a story - short, sharp, and unforgettable."

1. Creativity & Originality - 15 pts
 → Is the title fresh, innovative, and not something commonly seen?

2. Relevance to Story - 15 pts
 → Does the title actually reflect the mood, genre, or core idea of the story?

3. Catchiness - 10 pts
 → Is the title memorable and does it stand out among others?

4. Emotional Impact - 5 pts
 → Does it evoke curiosity or stir any emotion upon first reading?

5. Clarity & Simplicity - 5 pts
 → Is the title clean, easy to pronounce, and doesn't confuse the reader?

🎨 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥 (50 POINTS)

"A story's first impression is made by its cover - make it worth a stare."

1. Visual Appeal - 15 pts
 → Is the cover aesthetically pleasing? Do the colors, layout, and imagery work well together?

2. Relevance to Story - 10 pts
 → Does the cover represent the theme, genre, or mood of the story?

3. Originality & Creativity - 10 pts
 → Is the design unique or creatively done, not copied or generic?

4. Professional Quality - 10 pts
 → Are the fonts, effects, and graphics neat and polished?

5. Text Readability - 5 pts
 → Is the book title easily readable on the cover?

📝 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗕𝗟𝗨𝗥𝗕 (50 POINTS)

"A blurb is not a summary - it's an invitation."

1. Grabs Attention - 15 pts
 → Does the first line hook the reader?

2. Clarity & Flow - 10 pts
 → Is it well-structured and easy to understand?

3. Relevance to Story - 10 pts
 → Does it reflect the story's main theme, tone, or conflict?

4. Creativity & Originality - 10 pts
 → Is the blurb written with flair or an interesting style?

5. Grammar & Formatting - 5 pts
 → Is the blurb concise, clean, visually readable and Is grammar correct?

👫 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 (100 POINTS)

1. Emotional Connection - 15 pts
 → Does their bond feel authentic, heartwarming, and emotionally resonant?

2. Trust & Loyalty - 10 pts
 → Do they stand by each other even in tough or complex situations?

3. Chemistry & Compatibility - 10 pts
 → Do their personalities blend naturally, creating a believable and strong connection?

4. Support & Sacrifice - 10 pts
 → Do they uplift each other? Are there moments where one goes out of their way for the other?

5. Memorable Friendship Moments - 10 pts
 → Are there powerful scenes or actions that stay with the reader?

6. Conflict & Resolution - 10 pts
 → Is there any conflict shown? If yes, how realistically and maturely is it handled?

7. Dialogue Quality - 10 pts
 → Are the conversations between the friends natural, meaningful, and emotionally impactful?

8. Writing Quality - 15 pts
 → Is the scene well-written with strong descriptions, engaging narrative voice, and clean grammar?

9. Reader Impact - 10 pts
 → Did the scene move the reader emotionally or make them reflect on their own friendships?

😂 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗬 𝗦𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗘 (100 POINTS)

"If it made you laugh aloud - that's writing magic."

1. Humour Quality - 20 pts
 → Is the humor actually funny, clever, and well-placed?

2. Creativity and Originality- 15 pts
 → Are the jokes or comic situations unique or surprising?

3. Character Involvement - 15 pts
 → Do the characters contribute naturally to the humor?

4. Scene Flow & Timing - 15 pts
 → Does the humor blend smoothly without feeling forced or awkward?

5. Reader Impact - 10 pts
 → Did it make the reader smile, laugh, or feel entertained?

6. Overall Enjoyment - 15 pts
 → Was the entire scene fun to read from start to finish?

7. Grammar & Language - 10 pts
 → Is the writing clean and easy to understand?

💔 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗘 (100 POINTS)

"When words make you cry, that's not weakness - it's power."

1. Emotional Impact - 25 pts
 → Does the scene truly stir feelings like sadness, pain, or nostalgia?

2. Relatability - 15 pts
 → Can readers emotionally connect with the characters or situation?

3. Writing Style - 15 pts
 → Are emotions expressed through powerful and elegant language?

4. Character Depth - 15 pts
 → Are the characters' emotions realistic and consistent with their journey?

5. Scene Flow - 10 pts
 → Is the emotional arc smooth and natural?

6. Originality - 10 pts
 → Is the emotional content presented in a new and refreshing way?

7. Grammar & Language - 10 pts
 → Is the grammar polished and the language clear?

💍 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗔𝗟 (100 POINTS)

"A moment of courage, a handful of words, and a forever begins."

1. Emotional Impact - 25 pts
 → Does it make the reader feel butterflies, tears, or awe?

2. Uniqueness & Creativity - 20 pts
 → Is the proposal written in a way that's different and memorable?

3. Character Connection - 15 pts
 → Does the proposal suit the couple's bond and character personalities?

4. Dialogue & Expression - 15 pts
 → Are the words moving, heartfelt, or romantic?

5. Scene Setting - 10 pts
 → Is the proposal location or moment described beautifully?

6. Overall Enjoyment - 10 pts
 → Does the entire scene feel magical?

7. Grammar & Language - 5 pts
 → Is the writing technically sound?

📘 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 / 𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗧𝗘𝗥 (100 POINTS)

"The first chapter pulls you in. The last one never lets you go."

1. Impact & Engagement - 20 pts
 → Does the first line grab you or does the end leave a lasting impression?

2. Plot Strength - 15 pts
 → Is the Chapter flow strong and purposeful?

3. Character Introduction / Closure - 15 pts
 → Are characters well introduced (first) or concluded (last)?

4. Pacing & Flow - 10 pts
 → Is the chapter smooth, not rushed or too slow?

5. Writing Style - 10 pts
 → Is the language beautiful, immersive, and well-crafted?

6. Emotional Connection - 10 pts
 → Does it emotionally satisfy or engage the reader?

7. Overall Enjoyment - 10 pts
 → Is the chapter a joy to read overall?

8. Grammar & Language - 5 pts
 → Are there any grammar errors or awkward phrasing?

9. Creativity & Originality - 5 pts
 → Is the Chapter fresh, innovative, and not something commonly seen?

📌 "Stories don't compete - they express. But if they shine, they deserve a spotlight."

🖋️ Judges will score based on these criteria with love, fairness, and care.

🎖️ Win or not, if your story touched a heart - you've already earned your crown.

💖 Thank you for sharing your art with us. Each of you is a storyteller worth reading.

Your Host : Shivika