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Noticing Newbies: August 05, 2020 Issue [#10303]




 This week: Choose an Item Type!
  Edited by: eyestar~* Author IconMail Icon
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Table of Contents

1. About this Newsletter
2. A Word from our Sponsor
3. Letter from the Editor
4. Editor's Picks
5. A Word from Writing.Com
6. Ask & Answer
7. Removal instructions

About This Newsletter

*Delight* Hello new members and regular readers. I am happy to be your editor this week to share some information I hope you will find helpful.

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Letter from the editor

Hiya all.

It came to my mind when I was explaining how to make a static item when someone posted a poem into a forum. I was reminded that as a newbie the term "static item" might sound odd especially when I think of static as noise on a radio or static cling! *Laugh* . So let's look at what kind of items you could choose to create as your first...or next item!

Most of us begin with a static item though I have seen many create interactive items. It is exciting to put your first musing out to a public audience!

So here we go:

Static Items


*Books1* Put your story, article, or poem in this type of item. Chapters can be added here too until you have upgraded account when you can use a blog or book items. *Smile* You have the ability to save and edit these as you go, until you are happy with it.
If you find a home in a group, you can opt to have others edit as well.

Surveys


As upgraded members you can create surveys for a number of purposes. eg. "Invalid Item" Open in new Window.

Campfire Creatives


This choice allows you to invite people to write a story with you. As a group, you will take turns in a round each of you add something to the campfire.

Polls


*Questionr* Do you want to know which type of chocolate people prefer? Or how many WDC members have created ebooks and how many went for traditional publishing? You can create a poll... for fun or information and stats!


Interactive Items


*Greetl* Want to start a story and have other people continue it, interactives are great for "choose your own ending..or adventure". Anyone can add to your beginning and then add several potential ideas for continuation! *Smile*

eg. Play here:
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INTERACTIVE
Pass the Write-Baton Open in new Window. (18+)
Write what you wish, do your best, and pass the baton. 1000 gps prize per addition. Enjoy!
#1530602 by Joy Author IconMail Icon



Crosswords


*Xp* This is like a survey only its designed to test people on their knowledge and share your research.
eg: Ty this creepy one!
 Invalid Item Open in new Window.
This item number is not valid.
#2216834 by Not Available.


Word Searches


*Binoculars* I was thrilled to find some of these to play with and to create as well. A great vocabulary builder.

eg. "Creatures from Greek Mythology" Open in new Window.

Images (for upgraded members and above)


*Painting2* If you are upgraded paid member, it is possible to create image items, which will have ID numbers so you can link them in signatures, emails, reviews etc.

In and OUTs


*Down*These are designed for people to put in information such as items they would like to have reviewed, contest items, a list of things they and you love or hate etc. It is fast moving like a newsfeed. You set the number of items you want the list to show and when your In and Out gets full it drops the oldest one from the list to make room for the new one.

eg. Try this one:
Three Word Mayhem! Open in new Window. (13+)
Mayhem is afoot!
#555590 by Jay's debut novel is out now! Author IconMail Icon


Quizzes


*Questionbr*This is like a survey only its designed to test people on their knowledge. I find it a fun way to record research of interest or of importance for my writing. *Wink*

Try this for fun:
 Invalid Item Open in new Window.
This item number is not valid.
#2184081 by Not Available.



Madlibs


*Laugh* If you have a funny bone, or like to read strange and unexpected tales, this is for you. *Laugh* It is a story where you leave out nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs and give the reader a chance to fill out the blanks and make the story their own. eg:"Anthros, Monsters, Aliens, Oh My!" Open in new Window.


Product Reviews


*Quill* Now this is something that really helps keep so much of the website free. This is where you review books, music, movies etc. on Amazon.com. You pick the item and enter the ASIN code into the input box on the page. It will link the item to the page and you can write your review. *Heart* Writing.com gets paid a little bit every time someone buys something through your review. *Smile*

It is fun and supportive to review our WDC's member's published works too. You can find some here "List of Published Books by WdC Authors " Open in new Window. and a fuller list here:{item:https://www.writing.com/main/authors/action/in_print}. Add yours! *Thumbsup*


*Heartv* For the specifics on each of these choices, make sure you check out "Writing.Com 101" Open in new Window.! Put it on your favourites for quick reference. *Star*

So what was your very first item? Or, if you have not yet added one, what will you choose?
Make sure to post it in the response to this newsletter!


Write on and have fun whatever you choose! *Delight**Quill*

eyestar





Editor's Picks

*Delight*Check these items out:

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FORUM
Newbie Contest Challenge!! Open in new Window. (13+)
Contest Open To Newbie's Only.
#2219272 by Richard ~ Thankful!! Author IconMail Icon

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SURVEY
What a Character! : Official WDC Contest Open in new Window. (E)
Create a memorable character using the given prompt for huge prizes!
#1679316 by Writing.Com Support Author IconMail Icon

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FORUM
The Writer's Cramp Open in new Window. (13+)
Write the best poem or story in 24 hours or less and win 10K GPS!
#333655 by Sophurky Author IconMail Icon


Brave first items by Newbies! Give them a *Thumbsup*

 Invalid Item Open in new Window.
This item number is not valid.
#2228340 by Not Available.

 
Image Protector
STATIC
Soldier, Slave (Chapters 1 & 2) Open in new Window. (18+)
Bound by oath, Atticus Yearwood is forced to fight for the bloodthirsty king.
#2228244 by Kate Connors Author IconMail Icon

 Invalid Item Open in new Window.
This item number is not valid.
#2227227 by Not Available.

 “Did you get it?” Open in new Window. (ASR)
300 word Flash entry. First one.
#2228075 by Hopeless Hum Author IconMail Icon

first contest entry too! *Smile*
 Invalid Item Open in new Window.
This item number is not valid.
#2228396 by Not Available.



 
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Have an opinion on what you've read here today? Then send the Editor feedback! Find an item that you think would be perfect for showcasing here? Submit it for consideration in the newsletter!
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Ask & Answer

*Delight* My first entry was a poem in a static item and have participated in most of the choices above. I have not created a campfire or survey but have played in them. *Wink* What was the first item you posted? How many types of items have you tried out?

Thanks for commenting on my last newsletter on reviewing. "Noticing Newbies Newsletter (July 8, 2020)" Open in new Window.


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I have been learning many things for five years from my reviews here on WDC. I acquired some general cultural information, writing techniques, English language vocabulary, and known many other people's mentalities.
A review should be polite, honest, and helpful. Even when the reviewer disagrees about what he has read, she/he should express this with tact and managing not touching the author.
Great issue indeed!

*Heart* Thanks. I am so happy you are learning so much. I admire those who can work in two languages. *Starstruck*

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