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Contests & Activities: September 02, 2009 Issue [#3205]

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Contests & Activities


 This week: I'm King of the World!
  Edited by: Shannon Author IconMail Icon
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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
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About This Newsletter

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Welcome to the Contests & Activities Newsletter. I am Shannon Author IconMail Icon and I'm your editor this week.


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Letter from the editor

I'm King of the World!


I've always loved competition. I remember entering spelling bees as a child and how thrilled I was when I won. There's nothing quite like working your butt off for something and being recognized for your efforts.

I outgrew spelling bees a long time ago. Now when the competitive bug bites, I swat it into submission by writing (and occasionally winning) writing competitions. Spending weeks (or months) hammering out and perfecting a story, entering it in a contest and pulling off a win is an incredibly satisfying experience, and one only other writers can appreciate. You feel giddy--ecstatic, and you can practically hear the masses chanting your name.

Placing in a writing contest makes you feel like king of the world. It also boosts your confidence and makes you a better writer.

Comedy, horror, erotica, mystery--no matter what your specialty, there's a contest out there tailor-made for you. Even if you don't place, it's still a win-win: you're writing and perfecting your craft, and that's what writers do.

Now, your word is PNEUMONO'ULTRA'MICRO'SCOPIC'SILICO'VOLCANO'CONIOSIS.  And this time I want YOU to give ME the definition, country of origin AND use it in a sentence.

Just kidding. *Laugh*

What the heck're you waiting for? Those stories won't write themselves. Get writing already!

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Editor's Picks

There are many contests and activities to choose from here on WDC. I've tried to include a wide variety here, so hopefully you'll find something to light a fire under your muse.

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Name & Win our pendant designed to benefit Women & Children’s Hospital of Buffalo.
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And be sure to check out the comprehensive Contests and Activities listings. Each of the 125 items listed includes a short synopsis, providing you all the information you'll need to choose the contest or activity that's right for you.

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Ask & Answer

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The following feedback is in response to "Contests & Activities Newsletter (August 5, 2009)Open in new Window.:

Pass it on Author IconMail Icon says, "Thank You for including my raffle. I really appreciate it. *Smile*" You are so welcome! Thank YOU!

darkskye Author IconMail Icon says, "Great newsletter! There is definitely no short supply of kindness on this site. I love how everyone helps everyone. *Smile*" I couldn't agree more. Thanks for the feedback, Darkskye.

SHERRI GIBSON Author IconMail Icon says, "Great newsletter, Shannon! It was a pleasure bidding in Tara's auction. I was elated when the individual I gifted the package to emailed me saying it made her day. WDC is terrific, and so are you!" Aw, thank you, Sherri! You are so sweet. *Kiss*

sarahreed says, "Thanks so much for featuring my raffle! I am really hopefuly that it will pick up. Not just for me, but because those who purchase duckies get to choose groups of their own to support. *Bigsmile* If this is a success, I hope to do it 4 times a year with the changing seasons." You're welcome, Sarah! Glad to help.

mARi☠StressedAtWork Author IconMail Icon says, "Wow! 1.2 millione GPs! *shock* It must be one cool package! *Bigsmile* Thank you for adding my raffle in this week's newsletter. *Blush* I appreciate it very much! *Heart*" Aw, you're very welcome, Mari. Anytime.

THANKFUL SONALI Library Class! Author IconMail Icon says, "Thanks for the newsletter with the great story about community spirit! Maybe you could write up the 'bidding battle' as a static item in your port, it would make fun reading! Thanks for the Editor's Picks, too." Hmm, never thought of that. Thanks for the suggestion, and thank YOU for the feedback!

simply_complex says, "Thank you for the most kind words, Shannon! *Heart*" You're welcome, Nancy. Thank YOU!

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