So here it is, what you have really been waiting for! Which story did you vote as your favorite use of the "Forbidden Knowledge" theme for this year's event? Ahh, did you think there is more to this reveal? Of course there is! You'll also find out who wrote the story with the favorite use of the theme! And all the other stories, too. This is always one of readers' favorite parts, getting to know just how right you were (or wrong!) 

Favorite Use of the Theme Winner! 

Emptying the Library

2026 Secret Author Contest - Forbidden Knowledge

1. The Ledger of the Howling Void by chris191070
2. The Ledger by drsawzall
3. Wrong Window by Topher Lydon
4. Subtle Signs by Thirdly
5. Coffee with Supervision by Mikiesboy
6. Sweet Sour Paradox Logic by Kileoli
7. Just the Facts, Man by Lee Wilson
8. Murder At 9th and Tom by astone2292
9. No Official Reason  by Myr
10. Undeliverable by Ieshwar
11. Gemma by CassieQ
12. Peeping Tom by kbois
13. The Ivory Fig Ceremony  by BendtedWreath
14. Emptying the Library by Gary L
15. Unexpected Discovery by Bill W

How many did you get???? 

I'll be returning all the stories back to their authors so they can reply to comments and reviews today, but I hope you've enjoyed this year's event and games! Make sure you share your final count below on your Story/Author match ups. And, if you haven't had time to like, comment, and review on your favorites this year, take time to do that! 

I forgot to say, THANK YOU! to everyone who took part this year, sharing stories, playing the games, reading, commenting, etc... This event wouldn't be fun if you didn't take part!