11 of us, out of 200 entries, made the final. 9 of us were glad to get to that stage and raised a glass and congratulated the winner and runner up at Orbital Gallery last night. Do get the Observer today to read winning entry! And peruse below to see my entry. People have wondered if John minds the content - no, I promise - he and Lawrence even helped me with the words and were incredibly supportive. Update 11 Jan: this and 'Dying' both now available to buy from here: Teresa Robertson folksy shop