Write a short story in 500 words or less.
Must include the words: Time, Sunset, Rhythm, Coffee, and Nervous
Make sure it has a beginning, middle, and end.
Title is not included in the word count.
Rules…
- You must be a paid SWG Member to enter
- Story can be any genre
- Story must be no more than 500 words (Not including the title)
- No AI
- Prizes (1st $75, 2nd $50, 3rd $25, and Honorable Mention)
- Do not put your name on the entry
- Give your entry a title and email it as an attachment or in the body of the email and send it to SWGContests@gmail.com
- Entries must be received no later than 11:59pm on October 31st
- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Winners of the 2026 Summer Contest are not eligible to enter
Entries (In Alphabetical Order)