Theme and Token List Complete!
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silwritersguildAs of last night, we stopped accepting new ideas for themes and tokens, so we now have a complete list and schedule.
But first, and very importantly, if you have sent us writing or art for inclusion in one of the themed compilations, and you have not heard from us that we've received it, please contact us to confirm receipt. We've had a few pieces disappear into the wilds of the Internet. Likewise, if you proposed a theme or token and do not see it on the list, please let us know.
What Would Socrates Say? For stories in which characters question their own or another's philosophy or beliefs and thus challenge the status quo.
The Lays of Beleriand Reloaded. Or, "Poetry in Motion." A theme that celebrates verse inspired by The Silmarillion and ancillary works.
Into the Woods. A celebration of stories focused on the denizens of Doriath.
To My Dear ... The distances between certain characters are enormous, but they somehow maintain close friendships. Why not publish the letters they used to stay in touch?
All of the themes (plus due dates for sending in older work, posting dates, et cetera) can be found on our birthday page.
Most Delightful Heresy. For the most refreshing, insightful or intriguing deviation from common fanon or canon interpretation.
The Golden Vial of Oil Award. For slash that is both erotic and humorous.
Most Likely to Make a Linguist Happy. For creative use of Tolkien's imaginary languages in a story.
The Tirion Mothers Against Oath-Taking Public Service Award. For an outstanding portrayal of Nerdanel.
Is That a Strongbow in Your Pocket or Are You Just Glad to See Me? For an excellent portrayal of Beleg.
She's All That. For an engaging characterization of Luthien.
You Made Me Love You (I didn't want to do it). Awarded to a story that took a canon character you didn't care for and redeemed him/her.
It's Only a Flesh Wound. For writing involving injuries and their treatment.
First Times. The first rise of the sun or moon, the first time someone makes love, or the first time someone takes a sword in hand - this is a token for stories describing exciting, astonishing, painful or beautiful first times.
Spring and Summer; Love and Laughter. A token to honor those who write stories that cheer us up after we depress ourselves reading the more prevalent stories of tragedy and despair.
The Wordsmith. Just like Fëanor put a secret power into the Silmarils, the recipient of this token weaves magic into her or his writing. Stories, poems, and authors who receive this token show exceptional wordsmithing craft.
All of the tokens can be found on our birthday page.
Also, when sending in your choices for tokens, please don't forget to include your name on the form! Last night, we received a lot of token selections without names. We really want to give these out (and are trying to locate who might have sent them--if it was you, please let us know! :), but since each person can give each token only once, we can't give out tokens unless we know who's giving them.
Finally, the deadline for the "Numenorean Queens" compilation is tomorrow (August 9) for older work. If you're writing a new piece for this theme, there is no due date; send it in when you're finished and happy with it, and we'll add it then. But if you have an older story, essay, poem, or artwork that you'd like included in this theme, please send it no later than tomorrow.
Everything you could want to know about the birthday event and then some is on our birthday page. If, somehow, we've overlooked your question or concern, please just ask! :)
But first, and very importantly, if you have sent us writing or art for inclusion in one of the themed compilations, and you have not heard from us that we've received it, please contact us to confirm receipt. We've had a few pieces disappear into the wilds of the Internet. Likewise, if you proposed a theme or token and do not see it on the list, please let us know.
New Themes
What Would Socrates Say? For stories in which characters question their own or another's philosophy or beliefs and thus challenge the status quo.
The Lays of Beleriand Reloaded. Or, "Poetry in Motion." A theme that celebrates verse inspired by The Silmarillion and ancillary works.
Into the Woods. A celebration of stories focused on the denizens of Doriath.
To My Dear ... The distances between certain characters are enormous, but they somehow maintain close friendships. Why not publish the letters they used to stay in touch?
All of the themes (plus due dates for sending in older work, posting dates, et cetera) can be found on our birthday page.
New Tokens
Most Delightful Heresy. For the most refreshing, insightful or intriguing deviation from common fanon or canon interpretation.
The Golden Vial of Oil Award. For slash that is both erotic and humorous.
Most Likely to Make a Linguist Happy. For creative use of Tolkien's imaginary languages in a story.
The Tirion Mothers Against Oath-Taking Public Service Award. For an outstanding portrayal of Nerdanel.
Is That a Strongbow in Your Pocket or Are You Just Glad to See Me? For an excellent portrayal of Beleg.
She's All That. For an engaging characterization of Luthien.
You Made Me Love You (I didn't want to do it). Awarded to a story that took a canon character you didn't care for and redeemed him/her.
It's Only a Flesh Wound. For writing involving injuries and their treatment.
First Times. The first rise of the sun or moon, the first time someone makes love, or the first time someone takes a sword in hand - this is a token for stories describing exciting, astonishing, painful or beautiful first times.
Spring and Summer; Love and Laughter. A token to honor those who write stories that cheer us up after we depress ourselves reading the more prevalent stories of tragedy and despair.
The Wordsmith. Just like Fëanor put a secret power into the Silmarils, the recipient of this token weaves magic into her or his writing. Stories, poems, and authors who receive this token show exceptional wordsmithing craft.
All of the tokens can be found on our birthday page.
Also, when sending in your choices for tokens, please don't forget to include your name on the form! Last night, we received a lot of token selections without names. We really want to give these out (and are trying to locate who might have sent them--if it was you, please let us know! :), but since each person can give each token only once, we can't give out tokens unless we know who's giving them.
Finally, the deadline for the "Numenorean Queens" compilation is tomorrow (August 9) for older work. If you're writing a new piece for this theme, there is no due date; send it in when you're finished and happy with it, and we'll add it then. But if you have an older story, essay, poem, or artwork that you'd like included in this theme, please send it no later than tomorrow.
Everything you could want to know about the birthday event and then some is on our birthday page. If, somehow, we've overlooked your question or concern, please just ask! :)
