Story Wins Award From Spruce Mountain Press
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Gold StarsI just learned that my story, “Twisted Love,” won honorable mention in Spruce Mountain Press’ Past Loves Annual Essay Contest!

Here’s what the judges at Spruce Mountain Press had to say:  “[Y]our revealing story gives us an inside look at how women, particularly, have a willingness to blame themselves for what goes wrong in a relationship. We imagine that many who read your story will find it both comforting–they are not alone–and enlightening. They will say “of course ” when they recognize they had fallen into the same trap. In your case, a third party instead of giving you a supportive shoulder, gave you a push that had devastating consequences. … Again, thank you for your interest in this contest and for your deeply personal and moving story.”

You can read the story here: 2012 Contest Winners. Scroll all the way down to the bottom to find mine. It’s the last in a rather long list.

This may be a minor award in an obsure contest, but I’m always happy to have a little external validation for my writing. Thank you, Spruce Mountain Press.

Until next time,
Cynthia Patton

About Cynthia J. Patton

Writer, Editor, Advocate, Speaker, Special Needs Attorney, and Autism Mom. Also the Founder and Chairperson of Autism A to Z, a nonprofit providing resources and solutions for life on the spectrum.
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2 Responses to Story Wins Award From Spruce Mountain Press

  1. Jenn says:

    Excellent! congratulations :-)

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