This is my first time participating in Susanna Leonard Hill’s Halloweensie Writing Contest. This year’s participants had to write a Halloween themed story of 100 words or less that included the words tip-toe, goblin, and chill. I enjoy writing contests, not only because I get to exercise my creative muscles but also because I get to read all of the other incredible stories written by the talented members of the kidlit community. I hope you enjoy reading my story.

The Goblin Princess

by Patricia Brown

100 words

The moon rose on Halloween night,

and chills ran down Gabi’s spine.

She was going trick-or-treating!                   

Her green ears pointed up from under her crown

as she gazed into the mirror.      

She was a boo-tiful princess!              

The other goblins would be green with envy.          

Gabi loved playing pranks,                    

but turning humans’ knees to jelly wasn’t her jam.

While the other goblins    

tiptoed around,

played tricks on children,

and threatened to GOBBLE THEM UP,

Gabi had a ball in her princess costume,

and gathered gobs of goodies.

She returned to her lair, and devoured the sweets

as she planned tomorrow’s mischief.