Extended Deadline

Jango reporting, seeing as it's that time of the month and she's out roaming the neighborhood in horse mode. There's some business that needs to be seen to.

First order of business -- Kenya turns twenty-four today. Thought you all would like to know.

Second order of business -- the deadline for the short story contest was yesterday, but seeing as there were only two entries, we have opted to extend the deadline. For those who are unfamiliar with the rules, we have reposted them below:

This year, to commemorate the release of both the fifth Harry Potter movie and the last Harry Potter book, the object of the contest is to write a short story detailing what happens when a character of your choice receives the following letter:

"Dear [insert name here]

"We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Please find enclosed a list of all necessary books and equipment.

"Term begins on September 1. We await your owl by no later than July 31.

"Yours sincerely,
Minerva McGonagall
Deputy Headmistress"

The only limitation (besides keeping the story rating at PG-13 or lower) is that the character receiving the letter CANNOT be an already established Harry Potter character. It can be an original character, a character from another fandom entirely... heck, it can even be yourself. Just no characters from the books or films. Use your imagination.

Judges consist of myself and any of the live-ins that are available at the time. Entries will be judged on creativity and the ability to catch and hold the reader's attention. Mechanical errors won't count against you, but please proofread and spellcheck before sending.

And please, no multiple entries. Bounty hunters are standing by...

Top three entries receive a handcrafted statue of their choice. Examples of my handiwork can be found here and here.

Entries can be sent to my e-mail. The deadline for entries is May 31, 2007.

Have fun and good luck!