Competition Rules

​1、Originality: All entries must be completed independently by the participant. No submissions of others' works are allowed. Participants may use their own previous competition works.
 

2、Content Restrictions: All entries must not contain obscene, violent, sexual, defamatory, inappropriate, or controversial content. Violation of this rule will result in disqualification without prior notice.
 

3、Personal Data Use: Personal information provided by participants will only be used for competition contact purposes and to distribute competition notifications.
 

​4、Accuracy of Information: Participants must ensure that their personal information is accurate. The organizers will not be responsible for any errors.
 

5、Acceptance of Terms: By submitting their entries, participants agree to all competition terms and conditions. The organizers reserve the right to disqualify any participant believed to have violated any competition rules, and there will be no appeals process.

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Scoring Criteria

• Writing Composition and Structure: The overall writing work is well-structured. The arrangement of content, whether in solo works, collaborative pieces, or themed collections, is appropriate. The proportion of different elements such as plot (for narratives), arguments (for essays), imagery (for poetry), and conclusions is accurate, with no obvious imbalance in the composition. The flow of the work is logical, and transitions between paragraphs, chapters, or thematic shifts are smooth and coherent.
   

• Stylistic Consistency and Language Nuance: The use of language style is consistent, and the overall tone of the work has a rich textual texture. Appropriate expressive techniques are employed according to the theme and emotions of the content, such as using diction gradients (from casual to formal) to reflect shifts in context and rhetorical contrasts (e.g., metaphor vs. literal description) to emphasize key ideas. The transition of language styles across different sections (e.g., from descriptive passages to dialogues in fiction) is natural and seamless, enhancing the overall reading experience.
   

• Writing Skills and Craftsmanship: The writer’s work is natural and expressive. They demonstrate mastery of various writing techniques, such as narrative pacing, character development (for fiction), argumentative logic (for essays), poetic rhythm (for verse), and vocabulary precision. The execution of these techniques is polished, showing a high level of writing proficiency. Whether handling complex plot twists, nuanced emotional descriptions, or intricate thematic explorations, the writer maintains excellent control over language and structure.
   

• Artistic Appeal: The writer has a deep understanding of the work’s theme and fully integrates their unique perspective and emotions into the creation. The work is engaging and thought-provoking, capable of evoking strong emotional or intellectual resonance in readers. Their voice—whether distinctive, lyrical, or persuasive—and connection with the audience (through relatable experiences or universal ideas) are also important aspects. The work leaves a lasting and profound impression, effectively conveying the intended artistic concept and message through skilled craftsmanship and authentic expression.