Alex Tremari is a Pacific Northwest transplant who took way to long to make her 6th grade declaration, "When I grow up I'm going to be a writer" a reality. Her unpublished novel, Dragoncast, placed 2nd in the 2019 Pacific Northwest Writer’s Contest in the Fantasy/Sci-Fi/Paranormal category was CIBA shortlist contender, and is currently a finalist in the Page Turner Awards.
Award Category Finalist
Award Submission Title
Dragoncast
Logline
The hero's journey was never meant for monsters.
My Submission
Hush now.
Gather ‘round.
Pay your penny, and light the lamp.
I've your story.
I always do.
Those who you meet may seem out of place. Miscast and poorly suited to their roles. But I promise, all will be righted in the end.
All the players in their proper place.
This is not the story of the paladin, the maiden, or the monster. It is not even about the gods that built us or that which lurks in the dark, eating the hearts of children and binding their souls.
This story, as all tales truly are, is about love. So, of course, there will be no happy ending. For, you see, unlike those told by your nannies and your grannies and those tiresome bards, all of my tales are true.
Gather ‘round.
Pay your penny, and light the lamp.
I've your story.
I always do.
Those who you meet may seem out of place. Miscast and poorly suited to their roles. But I promise, all will be righted in the end.
All the players in their proper place.
This is not the story of the paladin, the maiden, or the monster. It is not even about the gods that built us or that which lurks in the dark, eating the hearts of children and binding their souls.
This story, as all tales truly are, is about love. So, of course, there will be no happy ending. For, you see, unlike those told by your nannies and your grannies and those tiresome bards, all of my tales are true.
Comments
Encore!
I'd love to read more of this, Alex! You have me hooked! As a fan of the hero's journey, I'm intrigued to see how you subvert it. All v best wishes and congrats on being a fellow finalist. Mark.
Many thanks!
In reply to Encore! by Mark Stibbe Judge
Looking forward to more of you work as well.
Congrats!
Congratulations on making it as a finalist!
Congrats!
Congratulations on making it as a finalist! Best wishes!
Thank you so much!
In reply to Congrats! by authorshaunnar
Thank you so much!
CONGRATULATIONS!
Wonderful - congratulations on your success Alex -:)
Thank you!
In reply to CONGRATULATIONS! by Mary D
Thank you!
Shortlisted!!
Love the preview—can't wait to read the rest! Congrats on getting shortlisted and hope to soon see your work in print~ :D
Congrats on the shortlist
I had a feeling I'd see your name here. Love what you've written and am looking forward to seeing more! Nice to have that dream coming true. Best to you for the rest of your writing journey.
-Peryn
Congratulations
Well done on being shortlisted and best wishes for the awards ceremony. - Dan
Congratulations
I wish you every success on the big night. It's been a great journey so far no matter the outcome.