The minimum entry requirements are now 3 entries for first place to be awarded, 5 for first and second place to be awarded, and 7 for all three places to be awarded. (This replaces the previous thresholds of 2, 4, and 6 entries, respectively.)

Entries that are riddled with errors or otherwise clearly demonstrate a lack of proofreading or editing will be disqualified. (This is a clarification to the original rule that says story elements must be present and that quality counts.)

Any winning entry that receives a 5.0 rating from the judge(s) will receive a Talent Pond Merit Badge as the "appropriate Merit Badge" in their prize package!