Honeymoon Romance

Summary

The "Genius in a Bottle" publication has issued a writing challenge, prompt #6, inviting writers to submit poetry, fiction, or non-fiction works centered on the theme of the moon.

Abstract

The "Genius in a Bottle" (GiaB) publication has introduced the "‘Genius in a Bottle’ Prompted Writing Challenge," specifically the Honeymoon Romance GiaB writing prompt #6. This challenge calls upon writers to create and submit original pieces of poetry, fiction, or non-fiction that explore the theme of the moon. The moon is described as a unifying force that captivates humanity, transcending differences and distractions. Submissions must adhere to specific guidelines, including a 30-line limit for poetry and a 750-word cap for fiction and non-fiction. Only works submitted directly to GiaB will be considered, and participants are encouraged to tag their pieces appropriately, including the tag "GiaBprompt" alongside "Poetry," "fiction," or "non-fiction." The challenge also encourages the tagging of up to ten other writers to foster a community of shared appreciation for writing on Medium. The publication aims to discover new talent and enjoy the richness of the written word within the Medium community.

Opinions

The moon is portrayed as a symbol of unity and a source of inspiration that transcends daily life and human differences.
The challenge emphasizes the importance of originality and exclusivity in submissions, with a clear preference for previously unpublished works.
The guidelines are specific about the submission format, including line and word limits, to ensure consistency and fairness across entries.
The challenge encourages community engagement by asking participants to tag other writers, thereby promoting the spread of the challenge and the discovery of new writers.
The organizers, Victor Sarkin and Chirag, express anticipation and excitement about the submissions, highlighting their commitment to nurturing a vibrant writing community.
The publication's Facebook group is provided for further engagement and updates, indicating a multi-platform approach to community building.

GiaB writing prompt #6

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We aren’t from Mars or Venus. We’re lunar. Lost in our love of the moon.

The allure of the moon is like no other in the human existence. A glistening pearl amidst a black night sky, it represents a single focal point. It is the same moon to all people. Underneath its magnificence we forget all the distractions of life, and all beings, their differences aside, are unified in that relationship of seduction.

The Guidelines

We cannot publish pieces or reward writers who self publish or publish at another publication, so those pieces have to remain external to the challenge. Only pieces submitted to Genius in a Bottle will be considered for the challenge. If inviting other writers from outside the publication, please ensure they are aware of this.

Poetry is to be limited to 30 lines but can be in any style. Fiction and non-fiction submissions are to be capped at 750 words.

Please refer to the prompt in the subtitle. Feel free to copy this as a template: GiaB prompt # [insert prompt number and theme here].

When submitting, please ensure that one of the 5 tags is GiaBprompt. Please ensure a second tag is Poetry, fiction, or non-fiction, as appropriate.

We would like to become exposed to writers and pieces that you have enjoyed in all of Medium. Please tag up to ten writers whose pieces you have enjoyed recently, or who you feel may enjoy participating in this challenge.

For further information pertaining to the challenge, please refer to the rules and guidelines.

And away we go. We look forward to enjoying the paradise of the written word with you all.

Victor Sarkin and Chirag

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‘Genius in a Bottle’ Prompted Writing Challenge

Honeymoon Romance

GiaB writing prompt #6

The Challenge

The Guidelines