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### September 40th Anniversary Giveaway

### 40-Word Story Challenge

40 Years. 40 Words. One Story.
Great stories don’t have to be long.
Sometimes, the most powerful stories are the ones that make every word count.
As part of our 40th Anniversary – 12 Months • 12 Ways We Give Back initiative, this month’s challenge invites writers to create a complete original story in exactly 40 words.
Whether your story makes us laugh, cry, wonder, or gasp, the challenge is simple: say something meaningful in only 40 words.

### The Challenge

Participants are invited to write an original story using exactly 40 words.
Your story may be:

  • A dramatic moment
  • A comedy
  • A mystery
  • A romance
  • A thriller
  • A science-fiction story
  • A character-driven moment
  • A story with a surprise ending
  • Any other genre or style you choose

The story must have a beginning, middle, and/or ending that creates a complete storytelling experience within the 40-word limit.
Every word counts.

For more info please visit:
https://scriptwritersnetwork.com/events/september-40-word-story-challenge/

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We invite you to join us in celebrating four decades of storytelling, mentorship, and community.

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