Reflect on a turning point in your life and write a poem or letter about it. This is your chance to express how that moment changed you and shaped your future. Your story could inspire others who might be facing their own crossroads. Take this opportunity to connect, reflect, and share your journey with the world.
All Entries must be in by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
Those moving on to round two will be notified by Tuesday, December 17th
Voting will take place from December 17th to midnight on January 20th.
Winners will be announced January 21st
Read the Rules before you enter.
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1st place prize – $200 – selected by judges
2nd place prize $50 -selected by judges
Bonus prize—selected by votes—is a digital billboard for one hour (we do not have access to billboards in every city, so this is only applicable if we have access to one in your area) or a free copy of “Unseal Your Superpowers”
The Rules
What
The Unsealed wants you to reflect on a turning point in your life and write a poem or letter about it. This is your chance to express how that moment changed you and shaped your future. Your story could encourage others who might be facing their own crossroads. Take this opportunity to connect, reflect, and share your journey with the world.
Who
You must be over 18 and a member of The Unsealed Community. You must remain a member of The Unsealed throughout the contest to remain eligible. You can sign up for The Unsealed Here
*no relatives or employees on The Unsealed are permitted to enter
When
All Entries must be in by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on Wednesday October 16, 2024
Those moving on to round two will be notified By Tuesday December 17th
Our winner will be announced January 21st
Letter Requirements
- Entries must be in English
- The letter/poem must be entered on theunsealed.com
- The letter/poem be a true story about your life
- The letter/poem can’t mention anyone’s name except yourself (Example: you can call someone a friend, a neighbor, a teammate or a family member, but you can’t call them by their name, John Smith)
- The letter/poem must be an original writing by the person submitting the letter
- The letter/poem must not have been published anywhere else
- The letter/poem can’t be defamatory toward another person or say anything negative about an identifiable person
- The letter/poem must be less than 800 words
- Only one entry per person
- Include a headline for your letter and a photo that goes with your story
Rights
You will own the rights to your entry, but by entering the contest, you will give us permission/limited license to publish the letter and any pictures you provide on The Unsealed. You will also allow us to promote your entry on social media using your letter and the provided picture.
How it will be judged
Members of the media and The Unsealed will judge the contest. Below is a sample of some of the people who have judged our contests in the past.Â
Our judges will be members of the media, including but not limited to Willard Ogan (Managing Editor at the Black News Channel), Tim Graham (writer at The Athletic), Branson Wright (journalist/filmmaker), Mo Brooks ( nba.com writer), Gab Kreuz (sportscaster), Ron Insana (CNBC Contributor) and Willie Parker (Assignment manager at Stadium/Marquee Sports Network).
What the letters will be judged on
- Organization that is logical and effective, is the letter easy to read and understand?
- Creativity/originality: is there anything that makes this letter unique?
- Message/insight – does the letter offer a thoughtful message?
- Impact/Inspirational – is the story powerful and inspirational?
- Accurately addresses the topic – does this letter share a message of resilience?
Good Luck!
