Anikka
Babelfish
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Sep-18-2007 18:11
The premise: Using a given opening line and closing line, you must write a Noir mystery story to fill the space between opening and closing (fill the tummy, so to speak).
The rules:
* Entry must be ten sentences (not including opening and closing lines). There is no word limit, but run-on sentences are considered structurally incorrect and one word sentences are considered a cop-out. :-)
* Not counting their use in the opening and closing lines provided, words may only be used once. There are a few exceptions to this rule.
* Exceptions to the previous rule can be used no more than three times within the course of your ten sentences. The exceptions are the following words: "A", "I", "the", "that", "they"
* Spelling and grammar DO count.
* Opening and closing lines are interchangeable. You can use line #1 as your first or your last line, and the same for line #2. However, you may not use the same line for both beginning and end.
* All entries must be posted no later than 11:59 PM server time on September 28, 2007.
Yes, I have, indeed, worked out a story of my own to make sure it can be done while following the above rules. I'll post it after contest closing, if anyone wants to see it.
Finally, remember - the Thesaurus is your friend.
OPENING AND CLOSING LINES:
1. Benny the Snitch was a hard man to find when he didn't want to be found.
2. Gertie gave the man with the badge an icy smile and said, "You got nothing on me, copper."
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