6-Word Story Contest for Teens

An urban legend says that Ernest Hemingway placed a bet that he could write a story in just six words. If the legend is true, he won with “For Sale: Baby Shoes, Never Worn.” Now it is your turn!

The Homewood Public Library is challenging any 6th-12th grader in Jefferson County to write a story with just six words. Students can submit two original six word stories via the library’s website. If submitting two stories, please submit them one at a time.

Our judges will read each story and determine 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place winners. Winners will be announced the first week of November.