Entry 1: Urban Fantasy - "Gods Wore Sneakers"

Genre: Urban Fantasy, Contemporary Fantasy (with elements of Comedy and Mythology)

Concept: A cynical, struggling artist in modern-day New York City accidentally uncovers a hidden society of ancient Greek gods living incognito among mortals, only to find themselves entangled in a divine crisis that threatens to expose their existence and unravel the fabric of both worlds.

Tone: Witty and observant, balancing a lighthearted, often humorous take on divine beings in mundane settings with underlying stakes and moments of wonder. It blends contemporary cynicism with mythological grandeur, creating an accessible yet fantastical atmosphere.

Character:

• Name: Alex Thorne
• Traits: Skeptical, resourceful, observant, a bit jaded but possesses a hidden well of empathy and courage, creative (graphic designer/illustrator).
• Background: Mid-twenties, lives in a small apartment in NYC, struggling to make ends meet with freelance art. Feels disconnected from the 'magic' of life, cynical about grand narratives.
• Motivation: Initially, to simply survive and get back to their 'normal' life after stumbling into the divine world. As the story progresses, a growing sense of responsibility and curiosity drives them to help prevent the exposure of the gods and protect the balance between worlds.

Special Requests: The narrative will be deeply 'Mythology-Inspired,' primarily drawing from Greek mythology, but with modern interpretations of gods and their powers. The core concept of 'Gods wore sneakers' will be literal and central: deities are depicted in contemporary clothing, using modern technology, and blending into society, creating humorous and poignant juxtapositions between their ancient power and their mundane disguises.

Entry 2: Sci-Fi First Contact - "First Contact"

Genre: Sci-Fi First Contact

Concept: A month ago the megastructures arrived. First, the fish started dying. Then they spoke.

Tone: Balanced

Character: Protagonist to be developed

Special Requests: 8-chapter structure

Entry 3: Darkly Comic British YA Fiction - "Midnight Blood"

Genre: Darkly Comic British Young Adult (YA) Fiction, Mystery, Slice of Life with Supernatural undertones