The Cunning Count Olaf Composition Contest
The winners have been selected! Congratulations to our grand prize winner, runner up, and five honorable mention winners!
RIF received approximately 650 entries. Thanks to everyone who participated! Our judges had such a tough time picking the winners that we actually had to turn to Mr. Snicket for help. For those of you who did not have the fortune of winning this contest, please check your mailbox soon for a special letter to you from Mr. Lemony Snicket.
Read the winning Count Olaf entries now! 
Grand Prize Winner:
Michael Z.
Age 12
Wilmette, IL
Runner-up:
David R.
Age 15
Leesburg, VA
Honorable Mentions:
Gabriel E.
Age 13
Henderson, CO
Mrs. Nagle's class, including:
Rick C., Amber C., Olivia F., Trevor F., Dan G., Jack H., Tom S., and Emily W.
Ages 10
Pewaukee, WI
Joshua D.
Age 12
Las Vegas, NV
Ana R.
Age 13
Oldsmar, FL
Mary Elise G.
Age 9
Indian Harbour Beach, FL
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