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OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition winning entries
OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
The OutStanding Short Story Competition is Australia’s premier creative writing event for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex and Queer community of Australia and New Zealand.
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The echoes of our hard-won victory for marriage equality in Australia still resound vibrantly in our hearts, and today, I, Cris Stevens-Todd, am thrilled to take you through the emotional and historical pilgrimage that led us to this monumental achievement. Listen as we revisit the cascading effects of Ontario's same-sex marriage legislation and th…
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Get ready to be dazzled by the sequins of storytelling and the power of inclusivity, as we unfold the magic of Drag Storytime in our latest podcast episode. Imagine a world where our little ones flip through the pages of acceptance and self-expression, where the colorful world of drag isn't just for nightclubs but also for nurturing young minds. We…
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As we opened the door to a world where two dads awaited the arrival of their daughter, the Canadian winter presented a backdrop as crisp and fresh as our new beginning. Embarking on this heartfelt surrogacy journey, we prepared for the emotional whirlwind of setting up a nursery and coordinating travel plans, all while maintaining the vibrant rhyth…
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Embarking on the road to parenthood, my partner Damien and I faced a labyrinth of emotions and decisions, a journey that's as unique as it is universal. For anyone who has dared to dream of a family that's a little different, a little brighter, step into our story of love, legacy, and the lengths we'd go to bring our daughter into the world. Our in…
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Ever found yourself reminiscing about the "good old days" of dating, only to realize that a decade ago, swiping right was just a weird gesture, not a way to find love? Join me, Cris Stevens Todd, as I take you on a hilarious and heartfelt journey through my dating scene, from the days of MySpace mix-ups to the era of app-induced anxiety. It's a rol…
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Join us on a journey that reaches back in time to the pivotal Stonewall Riots, and travels forward through Australia's unique queer history. We guarantee this episode is a treasure trove of lesser-known facts, key moments, and individuals who have championed the rights of the LG BTI QA Plus community. We'll share with you how the ripple effects of …
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Remember when Ellen DeGeneres famously came out on her TV show back in 1997? That moment sparked a revolution in how queer characters are depicted in popular media. I'm your host, Cris Stevens Todd, inviting you to join me on a nostalgic journey, as we explore the transformation in queer representation from ground breaking shows like "Will and Grac…
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We're sharing the raw, unfiltered journey of coming out with our host, Cris Stevens-Todd. Cris bravely peels back the layers of his personal struggles, from accepting his sexuality as a teenager, facing bullying, to the whirlwind of internal conflicts. His enlightening tale shines a beacon on the unique hurdles LGBTQ+ folks vault over when coming o…
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This story won first prize in the 2017 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short story Competition. www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This story won second prize in the 2017 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This story won third prize in the 2017 OutStanding Short story Competition. ww.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This story won the youth prize for the 2017 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This story was runner up for the youth prize for the 2017 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This story was Highly Commended in the 2017 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This story was Highly Commended in the 2017 Outstanding LGBTIQA+ Short story Competition. www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This story won Highly Commended in the 2017 Outstanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This was the 2017 Outstanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition Queerstories prize, and was also read at a Queerstories event in January 2018. www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This story was Highly Commended in the 2016 Outstanding LGBTIQA+ Short story Competition. www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This story won second prize in the 2016 Outstanding LGBTIQA+ Short story Competition. www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This story was Highly Commended in the 2016 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This story won third prize in the 2016 Outstanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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This story won first prize in the 2016 OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition. www.outstandingstories.netDi OutStanding LGBTIQA+ Short Story Competition
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