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Christmas Renewal – RPLA Semi-Finalist

Posted on by Donald Jay
Christmas Renewal Semi-Finalist
Christmas Renewal is a Royal Palm Literary Award Semi-Finalist

This is just a quick post to share some exciting news. Christmas Renewal, the short story I just shared with you during Christmas in July, has been selected as a semi-finalist in the short story category of the Florida Writers Association (FWA) Royal Palm Literary Awards (RPLAs). The RPLAs accepted 500 submissions in a variety of categories this year. Judging is continuing based on an extensive rubric, and finalists will be announced sometime before the FWA convention in mid-October.

In case you missed it, follow the links below to read, listen to, or download Christmas Renewal for free .

Download the Short Story https://donaldjay.com/download/christmas-renewal/.
Christmas In July
Read or Listen to Christmas Renewal in the Christmas in July 2021 Blog/Podcast https://donaldjay.com/blog/. Be sure to start at 1 of 4.

Published by Donald Jay

Author Donald Jay
Donald Jay writes cozy mystery, adventure, romance, and inspirational stories suitable for all audiences. Don brings to life eclectic and engaging characters who whisk readers off to enchanting places, challenge them with unusual puzzles and cleverly hidden clues, and inspire them to dream. Formerly a magician, Don is also a woodworker, painter, and toymaker. His wife, Linda, says, “It’s like being married to Santa himself.” He grew up in the snowy winters of the West Virginia mountains and loves the spiritual roots, rich traditions, and festive decorations that spark the magic of Christmas. So, he often sets his stories during the Christmas season. Don is a Virginia Tech graduate, a former first responder, and a retired hotel executive who now turns his lively imagination to entertaining readers of all ages.

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6 thoughts on “Christmas Renewal – RPLA Semi-Finalist”

  1. Mary Green says:

    This is such exciting news, and most deserved! I am thrilled but not surprised. You are a real talent! Congratulations!

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    1. Author Donald Jay
      Donald Jay says:

      Thanks, Mary!

      Reply
  2. Ben says:

    Congratulations, Donald Jay! I hope this gives you the boost needed to create dozens more stories!

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    1. Author Donald Jay
      Donald Jay says:

      Thanks, Ben. It certainly helps.

      Reply
  3. Lex A says:

    Great news! Congratulations and well-earned! Keep up the great work!

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    1. Author Donald Jay
      Donald Jay says:

      Thanks, Lex.

      Reply

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