When I entered ONC 2026, I genuinely didn't expect to get past round 1! I've always written stories, but I've never actually completed one (embarrassing, but... you have to start somewhere!). So I'm genuinely so blessed to be able to continue into Round 3! Even if Secrets & Stardust doesn't make the cut (and there are hundreds of amazing authors and stories entering submissions, so I'm already prepared for it not to, and that's okay! Just being a part of this competition has been amazing ), I'm just so happy I was able to participate!
night lovelies best of luck for your submissions!
