Contests & Activities: September 26, 2007 Issue [#1966]
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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

So little time, so much to do,

The Muse is stalled, the kids have the flu,

I so need to write, but my brain’s all tapped out,

Just take a quick peek, jump “IN AND OUT”


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         I am honored to be guest host for this issue of the Contests and Activities Newsletter.

         There are so many Contests and Activities to spark the creative muse in our Community, many of which are in my “favorites” list. What to do, though, when I have but a little time, perhaps just minutes, to inspire a flagging Muse or wind down from a hectic day, or a rare moment of downtime to recharge at work?

         I log on writing.com fast for a quick IN AND OUT


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Letter from the editor

         In and Out ~ just like it says ~ one jumps in and reads, or posts, or shops, or blogs, or just says ‘hi’ and then jumps back out, all within minutes! Albeit with a smile or re-charged Muse.

         Even finding an In and Out is quick and easy! Just click the pull down Item Jumps at the left of your screen to reach the In and Outs box. Soon you will find yourself just clicking your Favorites to reach several*Thumbsup* You’ve likely used them without even realizing it, if you’ve visited the Contests or Shameless Plug Page, both of which are In and Out Resources. Check out the icon that looks like an open door or window with an arrow flowing in and out through it*Smile*

         In addition to Resources, In and Outs are splendid venues for Raffles, Reviews, Journals/Blogs, and C-Notes, as well as interactive stories, poems, songs, even words*Star* If you have an idea tickling the back of your mind and want to bring it to life, try an “In and Out” ~ it’s a free, fun, interactive activity*Thumbsup*

         Although I have several in my favorites, I just created my first In and Out this past week. It was as quick and easy to set up as it is to participate*Smile*

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         To create your own In and Out in your Portfolio ~

*Bullet*Select In and Out in the Writing Interactive section of New Items.

*Bullet*Enter the Title and Description as you would for a static item (story, poem, essay); set your content rating and any access restriction; then select the genres and post some keywords to draw searches.

*Bullet*Use the Item Body to describe the purpose of your In and Out in a bit more detail. It’s recommended that you keep it quick and simple, under 500 words.

*Bullet*Set the Item Type Specifics to personalize the appearance and format of your In and Out. I suggest you read "The Ins and Outs of In & Outs" Open in new Window. for some great formatting examples as you are building your In and Out. You can always come back and edit or personalize the formatting as you like. At the least, I recommend you enter “COMMENT” in the “One Submission” prompt*Star*

*Bullet*Then finish building your item, edit, save and view, then watch members come and participate in your Activity*Bigsmile*

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         All you need is an Idea to open an interactive window to a piece of your world*Smile*


Editor's Picks

         I hope some of the following active In and Outs inspire your creative Muse, or delight your spirit, or entice you to create one of your own. Stop in and check them out ~ remember, it takes but a minute or two*Smile*

One of the first ever items I posted to my “Favorites” ~ and to which I find myself returning time and again for a creative read and quick post ~
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To inspire, challenge, and showcase your work and that of others, check out these Creative Resources
Writing Contests @ Writing.Com Open in new Window. (E)
Writing Contests on Writing.Com are posted here.
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Activities @ Writing.Com Open in new Window. (E)
The best place to find out what's going on around Writing.Com!
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The Shameless "Plug" Page Open in new Window. (E)
This is the one and only Writing.Com Shameless Plug Page!
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For plugging non-fiction items.
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IN & OUT
The Best of the Rest at the Bee Hive  Open in new Window. (E)
NOV 2024 Contest is open! Submit your Favorite Polls!
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Looking for an upgrade? Or a place to give ~ or get ~ GPs?
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Post your activities that you're using to buy an upgrade!
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How about Reviews?
 
IN & OUT
Please Review Open in new Window. (E)
This is a page to request reviews for static items and books.
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Pay a quick visit and share thoughts and ideas
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Need a Prompt ~ Have one to Share?
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Do you want to play with words, or wax poetic, or perhaps you’re feeling lyrically inclined?
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IN & OUT
Fortunately/Unfortunately Open in new Window. (13+)
Alternate optimistic/pessimistic posts
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IN & OUT
Poetic Insanity Open in new Window. (13+)
Complete the previous line and enter part of a new line of poetry...
#283804 by deemac Author IconMail Icon

 Let's Write A Country Song! Open in new Window. (13+)
Country music is simple, yet complex, sad, yet happy, so let's write a country song!
#1005753 by Ravenwand, Rising Star! Author IconMail Icon


I said all you needed was an Idea ~ How about something like ~
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What would you ask a musician if you had the chance?
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And here’s mine ~ Stop in anytime ^_^
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Ask & Answer

         Thank you for inviting me into your home this week. I hope you’ve enjoyed this issue of the Contests and Activities Newsletter. As a Guest Editor, I do not have a formal Ask and Answer segment, but if you post to this Newsletter, I will see it.*Smile*

         I invite you to send me a link to your In and Out, or one you frequent for pleasure or inspiration ~ who knows, it may become a ‘favorite’ of mine as well. .

Until we next meet,
Keep Writing!
Kate
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