4th Annual Tails of Hope Short Story Writing Contest
This contest is now closed. Please check back this page in May 2025 for contest details!
2024 Winners
For the 2024 Tails of Hope Short Story Writing Contest we asked our community to write a short story about their furry friend. We were thrilled to receive so many creative and high quality submissions and are happy to share the top 3 winners, one from each age category:
- Ruby the Rabet, by Ariana: 5-7 years old
- Nutty and the Mystery of the Missing Acorns, by Avangeline: 8-10 years old
- The Adventures of Pepper, by Chloe: 11-12 years old
Young authors received a professionally published copy of their story and 4 large compilation books were created to highlight the all 32 entries. Two compilation books will be in circulation at the Pickering Public Library, while one will remain at the Pickering Animal Shelter and at HiFive Kids Dental & Braces. We encourage the community to stop into each of the locations to read these talented authors stories.
2023 Winners
- The Turtle & The Coyote 2, by Isabella: 5-7 years old
- Storm The Dog, by Karissa: 8-10 years old
- The Three Fish and the Plastic Monster, by Aania: 11-12 years old
Here are the top 3 stories, opens a new window, one from each age category. Congratulations to all the young authors!
2023 Participants and Adults
2023 Contest Winners
Pickering Public Library, Pickering Animal Service, and High Five Kids Dental Staff
Sponsor
A big thank you to Hifive Kids Dental & Braces, opens a new window for sponsoring this initiative.
2021 Winners
