Paris, Tenn.–The Paris-Henry County Arts Council announces the winners of the 2024 Eugene Gulish Writing Competition. This year, they received an impressive total of 29 short story submissions, showcasing the immense talent and creativity within our community.
Without further ado, let’s shine a spotlight on the exceptional writers who emerged victorious in this year’s competition:
Adult Category:
-
1st place/Judges Choice: “The Fighter” by Auston Jenkins
-
2nd place: “Lament of the Gingerbread Witch” by Susan White
-
3rd place: “A Second Chance” by Lydia Perts
Youth Category:
-
1st place/Judges Choice: “Eyes Straight Ahead” by Elise Bye
-
2nd place: “MESO” by Allison Williams
-
3rd place (TIE): “Moving On” by Rebekah Perts & “Memories Return: A Princesses Rediscovery” by Sofia Chaney
Arts Council Director Caleb Grissom said, “The outcomes of this year’s competition were particularly intriguing, as we witnessed both first-place winners also receiving the title of Judges Choice. This rare occurrence underscores the exceptional quality of the submissions and the difficult decisions our judges faced.”