In most cases, having dialog can enhance a short story, but it's not a strict requirement. Some contests might prioritize other elements like plot or character development.
There were various fiction contests in May 2018. Some were focused on specific genres like romance or mystery, while others were open to all types of fiction.
There could be a story about a haunted bridge in Alabama from '13 alabama ghost stories'. Often, these bridge hauntings involve a tragic event like a death. For example, a person who died in a carriage accident on the bridge and now their ghost haunts the area, making strange noises or appearing as a misty figure at night.
I'm not entirely sure about the specific plot of 'alabama story' as it could refer to different things. It might be a story set in Alabama that could involve local characters, their relationships, and events that are unique to the Alabama setting.