The 2003 HODRW
ASPEN GOLD Contest

Sample Score Sheet


A.  First, write the book titles and authors of this panel on this score sheet.
B.  Next, please read each book from beginning to end.
C.  Then, score each book on its own merit according to Scoring Guidelines below.
NOTE:
There is no limit to how many novels may receive the highest/lowest scores.
D.  Finally, rank each book in order of preference – 1 being the best, 5 being the least favorite.

Scoring guidelines:

1 Outstanding This book has touched me emotionally and left me wanting more. This book is a keeper.
2 Great A really good read with that something special that lifted it out of the ordinary.
3Good This book is entertaining and solidly-written.
4 Fair This book lacks that extra spark I hope for in a romance.
5 Not a Romance This book lacks qualities this reader looks for in a romance.

Title                Author                                Score 1-5                     Rank 1-5

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Judge # _______ Judge’s signature (optional) ______________________________

Judge’s bio: Pre-published ___ Published fiction ____ Published non-fiction ____Reader ____