Fan Fiction / Fan Art Contest

Illustration of person on a flying book. Southern Oaks Library presents Fan Fiction & Fan Art 2025.

About Fan Fiction and Fan Art

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community.

February 2 is the first day to submit entries to the Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest. Fan Art may be any medium and contain original characters but must contain copyrighted characters as the main theme. Similar rules apply to Fan Fiction. The last day to submit your work is Monday, March 10 at 9:00 p.m.

​We will display the works from March 17 to April 18 at the Southern Oaks Library. You can come by any time during this period to view the gallery. You can pick up your certificate, judges' feedback, prizes, and submissions at our celebration event on April 9 at 3:00 p.m.

 

Rules for Submitting Fan Art

  • Only one entry per contestant in the Fan Art category.
  • You may include original characters, but Fan Art must contain a copyrighted character as the main theme.
  • Fan Art is not restricted to any age category or genre.
  • Contestant must be able to carry the Fan Art into the designated area.
  • Fan Art can be created in any medium.
  • Entries can be submitted in person at the Southern Oaks Library or online.
  • Use only your own work. You will be disqualified if you are found plagiarizing.
  • Fan Art must include a disclaimer. 
    • If you submit in person, you will fill one out when you bring your work.
    • If you submit online, you will fill it out when you submit your work. 

 

Rules for Submitting Fan Fiction

  • Only one entry per contestant in the Fan Fiction category.
  • Fan Fiction may include original characters, but Fan Fiction must contain a copyrighted character in the main plot.
  • Fan Fiction cannot be longer than 3,000 words.
  • Fan Fiction is not restricted to any age category or genre.
  • Entries can be submitted in person at the Southern Oaks Library or online.
  • Use only your own work. You will be disqualified if you are found plagiarizing.
  • Fan Fiction must include a disclaimer. 
    • If you submit in person, you will fill one out when you bring your submissions.
    • If you submit online, you will fill it out when you submit your work. 

 

Questions?

Any questions? Please contact us.

Upcoming Events @ Southern Oaks

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Book Bags

All Day 12/1–12/22
Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 21, 2025 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," then we have the thing for you!

Sign up for a book bag and we will try to find you your new favorite book!

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Art Now: Yarn Painting-Take Home Kit

12/01/2025 @ 9:00am–12/14/2025 @ 6:00pm
Kids, Teens
Southern Oaks Library
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:
How does our world shape us....and how do we shape the landscape? Artist Irmgard Geul combines paint and fiber to reveal depth and perspective. The sum is more than the parts.
This event is in the "Kids" group

Children Reading to Dogs

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 14, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Children's Area (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Registration Required

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Holiday Bracelets Take-Home-Kits

12/15/2025 @ 9:00am–12/23/2025 @ 6:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Get dazzled for the holidays with this simple wooden bead bracelet kit. One per customer. This kit is for ages 6 and up. Register now. Limited supplies. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Winter Break Craft

12/15/2025 @ 9:00am–12/23/2025 @ 9:00pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Visit Southern Oaks library to try our Winter Craft with Tissue paper. This is a come and go project set up by the computer tables by the Reference desk. While supplies last. 

Happy Holidays!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Parachute Play

10:30am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 15, 2025 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required

Attending parachute playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills and engage in physical activity! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as following directions, socializing with others, building vocabulary, and engaging in big body play that uses large and dynamic movement. Parachute play may be paired with props, songs, and books. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Introductory English As a Second Language (ESL)

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education
Event Description:

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Winter Solstice Take-Home Kit

All Day 12/16–12/22
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 16, 2025 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Winter is here! Learn about the science behind the solstice and some ways it can be celebrated with this kit!