I really did not expect to place in this contest. I am indeed grateful to all who read this story, commented, and/or voted. I know it is not the type of story that a reader usually goes looking to read, so I am indebted to all those who went the extra mile...THANKS, THANKS, and THANKS. Elizabeth

on a job well done!

...and congrats, Elizabeth

Thanks, MatthewD, for taking the time to send me a congratulatory note. Hope you decide to read this if you've not done so before now. Elizabeth

Congratulations!

Thank you very much! Elizabeth

Thanks Kathy. I know my work is among some very strong stories; so just to have made it to this point is still very humbling. I congratulate the other authors, and to the next three winners... Kudos! Thanks for your note, Elizabeth

My heartiest congratulations for the award and selection of your meritorious book'The winter of a mind' which is a true depiction of brain-map of sigular type of stress menifested in different kind of strife of life...!I will now certainly read your books on priority. and best wishes for your further moves.
Ashok Aatreya

Thank you so very much, for your read, comments and your vote. I value all comments, especially those from other writers. Elizabeth

I loved your book and I'm particularly fond of the line...'The rubber soles of her shoes smacked the bare floor in a sing song manner, adding a rhythmic noise to the early hour hush'. Fabulous!"
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Good luck.
Writingmum
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