Thanks to everyone who participated in the contest. You all crafted amazing stories!  I had a great time reading through all of the stories and poems.

*drum roll*

With 33% of the vote... On the Perception of Beauty by dslsca captured first place.

Congratulations to our winner and  I'll send the logo that was so generously crafted and donated by The Opposition momentarily.

Thanks again to everyone who participated. It's been a blast. You all deserve hearty kudos.

Below you'll find a list of our fine authors along with which story/poem they kindly contributed to the contest. Elena-s is new to News Vine so I couldn't find a link to her page.

On the Perception of Beauty - dslsca

Lost Their Heads - Piletre

It - Future History

Lloyd - Phuggy

Drive By Love Song - Vlad's Dog

My Sister - la chicana

Rebirth - Kinkomaster

An Awakening - Kinkomaster

Cherry Petals - elena-s

Serial Killers - elena-s

In a Time of Angst - mstanley2265

Liar's Lament - Master Link

On Flyabout - Mastel Link