Berlin Library Seeks Short Romance Stories (Very Short)

BERLIN, CT — Romance is always in the air in February, and while speed dating is a common way to meet someone, the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library has another romantic idea emphasizing brevity.

Folks are invited to test their creativity this month in a"Three Sentence Romance Contest" running through Saturday, Feb. 28.

The contest challenges participants to write an original romance story in exactly three sentences.

Entries may be serious or humorous, but must be the writer’s own work and limited to three sentences.

Multiple submissions are allowed, though each participant will receive one prize. Every entrant will receive a custom commemorative bookmark featuring their best entry, and the winning submission will be printed on the back of that month’s bookmark.

The contest is open to library cardholders age 14 and older.

Entries must be submitted by the last day of February and will be evaluated by a blind review panel of library staff.

Submissions must be appropriate for display in the library and on its social media platforms.

Organizers said they will contact entrants if any concerns arise regarding content.

An example writing prompt provided by organizers begins: “Everything was set for the wedding. The dress was ready, venue booked, flowers ordered, band all set, honeymoon booked. The only thing Paige needed to do was choose the groom.”

The 2025 winning entry read: “She was underground, waiting out the storm, when her eyes met his. The destruction that awaited outside the crowded shelter was still unknown, but their bond was already undeniable. They fell in love as the world was falling apart.”

For more information and to submit an entry, click on this link.