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8 April 2017, 3pm WDC time. Bring your friends!
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Hello and welcome to the 2016 Quill Ceremony! The ceremony will take place on Saturday 8 April at 3pm WDC time. Thanks to all who nominated and congratulations to all those who were nominated!


Quill Ceremony Manners:
*Quill* I will give an introduction at the beginning and the presenters will give a little spiel on each award, followed by the announcement of the winner.
*Quill* After each winner is announced, there will be a minute or so of time for the winner to post an acceptance speech if he/she is so inclined and/or present.
*Quill* You're invited and encouraged to chat along in the thread! Feel free to give comments, congratulate winners, call out your favorites, describe your attire, etc., etc. (Hint: Press the F5 key to refresh the page and keep up with comments *Wink*)
*Quill* You're also welcome to talk in this item both before and after the ceremony.
*Quill* Keep it in the rating please!
*Quill* Have fun!


Special thanks to our panelists and all our judges!

These awards have been brought to you by the following sponsors:

Non-Static Awards:
         Best Group by Andy~hating university Author Icon
         Best Blog by "Blog City ~ Every Blogger's ParadiseOpen in new Window., "Blogging Bliss NewsletterOpen in new Window., Lyn's a Witchy Woman Author Icon, "30-Day Blogging Challenge ON HIATUSOpen in new Window., "Blogging Circle of Friends Open in new Window. and "Blog Harbor from The Talent PondOpen in new Window..

Static Awards:
         Best Medium-Length Poem, Free Verse by Andy~hating university Author Icon
         Best Poetry Collection by Kitti the Red-Nosed Feline Author Icon
         Best Short Non-Fiction by "The 4 Controversies ContestOpen in new Window.
         Best Non-Fiction Collection by "The 4 Controversies ContestOpen in new Window.
         Best Short Story Collection by Andy~hating university Author Icon

Overall Awards:
         Best Action/Adventure by "Kiwis on WDC!Open in new Window.
         Best Adult/Erotica by "Unofficial Erotica Newsletter GroupOpen in new Window.
         Best Dark by Kitti the Red-Nosed Feline Author Icon
         Best Fantasy by Matt Bird MSci (Hons) AMRSC Author Icon and the "Fantasy and Science Fiction SocietyOpen in new Window.
         Best Nature by "Kiwis on WDC!Open in new Window.
         Best Romance/Love/Relationship by Kitti the Red-Nosed Feline Author Icon
         Best Young Adult/Children's by "WDC Teens Corner Open in new Window.
         Best Reviewing by an anonymous philanthropist.

If you are interested in sponsoring an award, please contact Elle - on hiatus Author IconMail Icon and let her know which award(s) you would be interested in. Awards may be sponsored by individual authors or groups or by a consortium.

*In the interest of fairness, sponsors are asked to read and accept the following pledge: "All panelists pledge to uphold the strictest standards of ethics and fairness in all aspects of running this event, including but not limited to reporting any instances of bribery, cheating, or gaming the system; maintaining objectivity in all dealings for the Quills; and ensuring a spirit of community and fair competition in the Quills community. Award sponsors are also subject to this pledge. Sponsors and top-tier staff of sponsoring groups are ineligible for the prizes they are sponsoring."


HINT: Press the F5 key or Ctrl+R to refresh. *Wink*

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "The Honourable Mention goes to "Invalid Item"  Open in new Window. [] by A Guest Visitor ! Congratulations Sally!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "And the Quill for Best Blog goes to "Invalid Item"  Open in new Window. [] by A Guest Visitor ! Congratulations Lornda!"

Sally Author Icon says "That's lovely, ta!"

A E Willcox Author Icon says "I can't multi-task either, I can barely do one thing at once"

Christopher Roy Denton Author Icon says "Yay, Sally! *BigSmile* "

eyestar~* Author Icon says "Congrats Acme and Sally *Confettib* and lornda! *Heart*"

Schnujo's NOT Doing NaNoWriMo Author Icon says "CONGRATULATIONS ACME, SALLY, and LORNDA!!! FANTASTIC!"

Christopher Roy Denton Author Icon says "Congratulations, Lornda!"

WakeUpAndLive~"HoHoHo" Author Icon says "Great, Acme"

Choconuts Roasting Author Icon says "Congratulations, Sally *Heart* You're on fire tonight! Congratulations, Lornda, too!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "Now we have the Quill for Best Group. This category is being sponsored by Andy~hating university Author Icon, so please welcome him to present this award."

Andy~hating university Author Icon says "The nominees for Best Group are... "The Snail Mail Group"  Open in new Window. [E] by Annette Author Icon "WdC SuperPower Reviewers Group"  Open in new Window. [E] by Maryann Author Icon "Fantasy and Science Fiction Society"  Open in new Window. [E] by David the Dark one! Author Icon "Invalid Item"  Open in new Window. [] by A Guest Visitor "House of Sensual Prose "  Open in new Window. [18+] by Purple Holiday Princess Author Icon "disABILITY WRITERS GROUP"  Open in new Window. [E] by dogpack saving 4premium Author Icon "Jane Austen Group"  Open in new Window. [E] by Princess Megan Snow Rose Author Icon "Catharsis: Writing to Survive!"  Open in new Window. [18+] by Winnie Author Icon "The Poet's Place "  Open in new Window. [E] by Dave has company Author Icon "Retired Founder, Rising Stars Program"  Open in new Window. [E] by GabriellaR45 Author Icon "Invalid Item"  Open in new Window. [] by A Guest Visitor "Cross Timbers Groups"  Open in new Window. [NPL] by A Christmas Carol St.Ann Author Icon "Invalid Item"  Open in new Window. [] by A Guest Visitor "

Sally Author Icon says "Thanks, guys!"

Heat Fivesixermiser Author Icon says "*Bigsmile*"

Andy~hating university Author Icon says "The Honourable Mention goes to "Catharsis: Writing to Survive!"  Open in new Window. [18+] by Winnie Author Icon ! Congratulations Winnie!"

A E Willcox Author Icon says "Congrats Lornda!"

Andy~hating university Author Icon says "The Quill for Best Group goes to "Fantasy and Science Fiction Society"  Open in new Window. [E] by David the Dark one! Author Icon ! Congratulations Matt! *Bigsmile*"

Schnujo's NOT Doing NaNoWriMo Author Icon says "GREAT WORK, WINNIE and MATT!!! CONGRATS!!!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "I'd like now to present the second of our two Special Contribution Quills."

Christopher Roy Denton Author Icon says "Congratulations, Matt! "

eyestar~* Author Icon says "Yipppeee Matt! You rock!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "This Special Contribution Quill goes to someone who is often in the background helping out. "

Sally Author Icon says "Congrats, Matt!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says " As well as running his own activities, he is very supportive of others who run activities and contests, and often donates generously of his time and experience. "

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "Judging can be a difficult task, as many contest hosts know, and this member's frequent assistance as a guest judge is greatly appreciated by the community."

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "His support and encouragement is well known in the community, and he is often found advertising and endorsing a variety of activities."

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "He is humble and self-effacing, so despite Quill-worthy writing, he doesn't consider himself worthy of being a mentor or teacher, but he is always happy to lend a hand, encourage others and chip in with support where necessary. "

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "It gives me great pleasure to present this Special Contribution Quill to Heat Fivesixermiser Author Icon. Congratulations Norb, and thank you for all you on Writing.com! *Heart* "

Schnujo's NOT Doing NaNoWriMo Author Icon says "AWESOME NORB!!! HOW WONDERFUL!!!"

eyestar~* Author Icon says "Oh well done and well deserved Heat Fivesixermiser Author Icon! *Starstruck*"

Osirantinsel Author Icon says "Yeah Norb!!!"

Christopher Roy Denton Author Icon says "Congratulations, Norb! *BigSmile* "

A E Willcox Author Icon says "Awesome Matt!"

Sally Author Icon says "That is just the coolest, Norb! WOOHOO!"

WakeUpAndLive~"HoHoHo" Author Icon says "Yay, Norb!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "And now it's time for Best Reviewer! Reviewing is a crucial aspect of this site and community, and we truly value our reviewers."

Matt Bird MSci (Hons) AMRSC Author Icon says "Go Norb!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "The nominees for Best Reviewer are... Dave has company Author Icon SB Musing Author Icon Ẃeβ࿚ẂỉԎḈĥmas Author Icon Pat ~ Rejoice always! Author Icon Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈 Author Icon Hannah ♫♥♫ Author Icon Osirantinsel Author Icon Elfin Dragon-finally published Author Icon A Christmas Carol St.Ann Author Icon"

Spacecat Author Icon says "Welll done Norb *Smile* "

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "FrosTIGGY the Snowman Author Icon Merry QPdoll Author Icon Satuawany Author Icon A E Willcox Author Icon"

A E Willcox Author Icon says "Congrats, Norb! *Confettiv*"

Choconuts Roasting Author Icon says "That's so cool, Norb! Congrats, dude!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "The first Honourable Mention goes to Osirantinsel Author Icon! Congratulations Os! "

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "The Second Honourable Mention goes to FrosTIGGY the Snowman Author Icon! Congratulations Tiggy!"

Anders-Yuletide Uni Graduate Author Icon says "How Os-some!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "And the Quill for Best Reviewer goes to Satuawany Author Icon! Congratulations Chy! After winning Honourable Mention last year, it is fantastic to be see you win the Quill this year! Well done!"

Whata SpoonStealer Author Icon says "*Glass* "

Osirantinsel Author Icon says "Yay Tiggy and Satuawany!!!!!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "And now we're up to a very special category - Best New Portfolio! Everyone who is nominated in this category should truly be proud of themselves."

Schnujo's NOT Doing NaNoWriMo Author Icon says "CONGRATULATIONS OS, TIGGY, and SATUAWANY!!! WONDERFUL!!!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "The nominees for Best New Portfolio are... WakeUpAndLive~"HoHoHo" Author Icon Mari McKee Author Icon Schnujo's NOT Doing NaNoWriMo Author Icon Whata SpoonStealer Author Icon Dee Author Icon RavenAmor Author Icon GerMac Author Icon Jay O'Toole Author Icon "

Choconuts Roasting Author Icon says "Congratulations, Os, Tiggy, & Satuawany!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "Mare ~ extended hiatus Author Icon Christopher Roy Denton Author Icon Peaches Author Icon Rex Kramer Author Icon "

eyestar~* Author Icon says "*Star* Fab work Os, Tiggy, and Satuany! "

Heat Fivesixermiser Author Icon says "Wow...just...wow! Thank you so much, everyone. Without so many wonderful people, I'd have little to do *Laugh*. Thank you all so much. *Blush*"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "The first Honourable Mention goes to Dee Author Icon! Congratulations Dee!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "The second Honourable Mention goes to Whata SpoonStealer Author Icon! Congratulations Adrienne!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "And the Quill for Best New Portfolio goes to... Schnujo's NOT Doing NaNoWriMo Author Icon!! Congratulations Jody!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "And we're up to our final category! Best Portfolio! "

Schnujo's NOT Doing NaNoWriMo Author Icon says "CONGRATULATIONS DJOKOLOT and ADRIENNE!!!"

Christopher Roy Denton Author Icon says "Congratulations Jody, Adreinne and Dee!!!! "

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "The finalists for Best Portfolio are... FrosTIGGY the Snowman Author Icon Choconuts Roasting Author Icon SB Musing Author Icon 🌖 HuntersMoon Author Icon Kitti the Red-Nosed Feline Author Icon Andy~hating university Author Icon Gaby Author Icon Purple Holiday Princess Author Icon Warped Sanity Author Icon Fi Author Icon sybarrios"

Schnujo's NOT Doing NaNoWriMo Author Icon says "WHAT?!? I CAN'T BELIEVE IT!!!"

Choconuts Roasting Author Icon says "Congratulations, Dee, Adrie & Jody! Great job, guys!"

Whata SpoonStealer Author Icon says "Yay Jody & Dee!!!!"

Schnujo's NOT Doing NaNoWriMo Author Icon says "I won Best Short Stories too. *Bigsmile* I don't even have pics with most of my stories. SO UNDESERVED, BUT THANK YOU!!!!!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "The first Honourable Mention goes to 🌖 HuntersMoon Author Icon! Congratulations Ken!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "The second Honourable Mention goes to Gaby Author Icon! Congratulations Gaby!"

Christopher Roy Denton Author Icon says "lol! Believe it, Jody! The Pink Fluffy Unicorns are with you!!! "

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "And the Quill for Best Portfolio goes to... Choconuts Roasting Author Icon! Congratulations Rachel! *Bigsmile*"

Schnujo's NOT Doing NaNoWriMo Author Icon says "CONGRATS KEN, GABBY, and RACHEL!!! AMAZING!!!"

Osirantinsel Author Icon says "Congrats everyone!!!!"

Christopher Roy Denton Author Icon says "Well done, Rachel!!!"

Sally Author Icon says "SO well deserved, congratulations, Rach!!"

🐕GeminiGem🎁 Author Icon says "Congratulations to all the winners.!!!!"

Schnujo's NOT Doing NaNoWriMo Author Icon says "I won 2 Quills!!! I should quit WdC now--Leave on a high note. *Wink*"

eyestar~* Author Icon says "Congrats Ken, Gabby and Rachel!! Great looking! *Starstruck*"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "Once again, congratulations to ALL our nominees, finalists, honourable mentions and winners. You should all be very proud of yourselves. We're proud of you! *Heart* "

Choconuts Roasting Author Icon says "You're kidding, right? That didn't just happen! *Shock2* x 1,000,000!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "And extra special congratulations for all those that won their first Quill today. I love seeing that. *Delight*"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "I also want to say a huge thank you to all the sponsors and donors, and to everyone who nominated. THANK YOU!"

Schnujo's NOT Doing NaNoWriMo Author Icon says "THANK YOU NOMINATORS, SPONSORS, DONORS, and ALL THOSE WHO RUN IT!!!"

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "Nominations for the 2017 Quills are now open! Let's get those nominations rolling in and see if we can have another record year next year! Until then, I'm out!"

Anders-Yuletide Uni Graduate Author Icon says "Thanks to everyone in the show."

Elle - on hiatus Author Icon says "

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eyestar~* Author Icon says "Thanks elle for all of your hard work!! *Salute*"

Whata SpoonStealer Author Icon says "Thanks Elle-ie and all! Fun audience *Smile*"

Sally Author Icon says "Thanks so much, Elle, and all in the LiveFeed!"

eyestar~* Author Icon says "trinket was for nominating."

Jim Hall Author Icon says "Congratulations everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!! And, a big thank you to all those who worked so hard to put the awards on--another great success!!"

Jellyfish-Flying Away 4 Xmas! Author Icon says "congratulations to all the winners and thanks for my quill! *Bigsmile* *Quill* "

A E Willcox Author Icon says "Congrats to everyone who got an Honourable Mention and to the winners and a huge thank you to Elle and your awesome Quills crew. Great Show!"

Choconuts Roasting Author Icon says "What a fab show, guys. It's midnight here, but I'm so excited, I know I won't sleep at all. Wow. What a night!"

Spacecat Author Icon says "Thanks all and well done to all the winners"

Sally Author Icon says "Rach, you have done so well. I'm so pleased for you!"

Matt Bird MSci (Hons) AMRSC Author Icon says "Thank you all for watching the Andy Award Show!"

Matt Bird MSci (Hons) AMRSC Author Icon says "Appologies, I have been informed that you were actually watching the Whata-Norb-Andy Show. Seriously, whata show that was!"

Matt Bird MSci (Hons) AMRSC Author Icon says "In all seriousness, congrats to everyone who won an award tonight. Even being nominated is a great honour so everyone should be super proud!"

Whata SpoonStealer Author Icon says "Whata Show! Sorry for the excessive giggling, however, Norb was the worst *Bigsmile* *Yawn* "

Angus Author Icon says "Just had a dream I won two Quill Awards last night. How freakin' weird is THAT?"

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