As summer fades and the new year finds its rhythm, we turn to stories of starting out, and starting again. In the Wurundjeri calendar, February marks the dry season - when kangaroos begin breeding and new life stirs beneath the surface. What are you beginning? What threshold are you crossing?

This month's theme is... ✨ BEGINNINGS ✨

Whether it's the first day of a new habit, a brave leap into the unknown, the spark of a potential relationship, or a quiet moment when it feels like everything is shifting between chapters, we want to read your tiny stories of starts, first steps, and the courage it takes to begin.

Guest Judge: We're thrilled to welcome [NAME] [@handle] as our February judge! [1-2 sentence bio highlighting their connection to themes of beginnings, fresh starts, or new chapters]

🌱 Opens: 1st February
🌱 Closes: 15th February
📣 Winner announced: 25th February
📏 Word limit: 100 words (excluding title)

To enter: Email your flash fiction to hello@wordsofafeather.co with the subject line 'February Flash Fiction Contest'. Include your name/pen name, Instagram handle, location, and a little about yourself.

One entry per person. The winner will be featured on @woafie.writers.studio and published on our website.

Questions? Send us a message - we're here to help your story find its way! 🪶