Impartial Judgment: Judges must adhere to the highest standards of impartiality and fairness when evaluating the submitted books. They should evaluate the works based on the predetermined criteria and provide unbiased assessments.
Follow this Account: It is mandatory for judges to follow this account. By doing so, judges can stay updated with the latest information, updates, and announcements regarding the awards.
Minimum Book Reviews: Each judge is required to review a minimum of 5 books from the submissions. This ensures a thorough evaluation process and provides a comprehensive assessment of the participating works.
Book Reviews: Judges are expected to write reviews about the books they review. These reviews should cover various aspects such as plot, character development, writing style, and overall impact.
These rules are in place to ensure a fair and objective evaluation process for all the submitted books. We greatly appreciate the dedication and expertise of our judges in assessing the works and providing valuable feedback.
Judging Criteria
Title - /10
Cover - /10
Blurb - /10
Plot - /10
Grammar - /10
Flow - /10
Overall story - /10
Total marks - /70
Each criterion will be evaluated on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the highest score. Here's a breakdown of what each criterion represents:
Title: The appropriateness, creativity, and impact of the story's title.
Cover: The visual appeal, creativity, and relevance of the book cover in capturing the essence of the story.
Blurb: The effectiveness of the book's blurb in generating interest and giving a glimpse into the story.
Plot: The development, originality, and coherence of the story's plot.
Grammar: The accuracy and proficiency of the writing in terms of grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.
Flow: The smoothness and coherence of the story's narrative, transitions, and pacing.
Overall story: The overall impact, engagement, and enjoyment derived from reading the story.
The total marks will be calculated out of 70, based on the cumulative scores across all criteria. This scoring system aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of the participating books and their various aspects.
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