Conditions of Entry

For humorous short stories (any theme) up to 2500 words.
First prize: $200, second prize: $50.
Third place, highly commended and commended certificates will be awarded too.
You can enter as many times as you like.
Each story must be written in English and be your own original work.
Stories that have won a prize or certificate in previous Best of Times or Winter Surprise competitions are ineligible for entry.
No entry form is required. Include a cover sheet with your name and address, story title and word count, and where you heard about the competition.
Entry fee is $6 per story. Send a cheque or money order made out to Chris Broadribb.
Post your entry to Chris Broadribb, PO Box 55, Blaxcell NSW 2142.
Include a large SSAE so that your story can be returned afterwards, along with a results sheet.
If you would like an electronic copy of the results then provide your email address.
Winners will be notified during June 2012.
Winning stories will be published on this website if the authors agree. They retain copyright and all rights to their work.

Results of Previous Competitions

Chris Broadribb.
A freelance writer who also does other work: proofreading, editing, tutoring, answering customer service phone calls and mystery shopping.
She has an MA in Professional Writing and a Graduate Diploma in Journalism.
She has published a number of articles and short stories, a children's book (Sarah's Adventure) and a novella (Nice Day for a Murder).
She is a former computer programmer with a Bachelor of Science (computing) degree.
She reads a lot.