“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. ”

-Aesop

Write an original work of fiction about an unexpected act of charity or kindness in a time of distress. Try and avoid sappiness and sentimentality. Focus on the repercussions, conflicts and tensions that exist for your characters. Less Deepak, more Tupac.

Announced: 27/11/2014

Due Date: 12/12/2014

Short List: 13/12/2014

Winner Announced: 27/12/2014

Prize: $100 AUD

Word Count: 950