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Noticing Newbies: November 23, 2010 Issue [#4093]

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Noticing Newbies


 This week: WDC Newsletters
  Edited by: Cubby 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

*LeafR* Welcome to the Noticing Newbies Newsletter! Our goal is to showcase some of our newest Writing.Com Authors and their items. From poetry and stories to creative polls and interactives, we'll bring you a wide variety of items to enjoy. We will also feature "how to" advice and items that will help to jump start the creation process on Writing.com.

*LeafY* We hope all members of the site will take the time to read, rate, review and welcome our new authors. By introducing ourselves, reviewing items and reaching out, we will not only make them feel at home within our community, we just might make new friends!
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Your host this week: Cubby Author IconMail Icon
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Quotes

Write your first draft with your heart. Re-write with your head.
~ From the movie Finding Forrester

If you don't have the time to read, you don't have the time or the tools to write.
~ Stephen King

To me, the greatest pleasure of writing is not what it's about, but the inner music the words make. ~ Truman Capote


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Letter from the editor

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WDC Newsletters


         Many of us were taught to add two spaces after a period before proceeding to the next sentence. That rule was made back before computers took the place of typewriters. Each character on a typewriter took up the same amount of space. These monospaced letters, unlike most fonts we use today, were harder on the eyes, thus-- two spaces after a period gave the eyes a break.

         A simple tip, but to many, a question answered. And by reading this newsletter and others, you will be sure to pick up many more writing tips, advice, and instruction on how to navigate around the site. Be sure to send us feedback, too, which you will find at the bottom of every newsletter. *Smile*

         In the Poetry Newsletter, perhaps you'll learn a new form of poetry or discover a poet you never heard of. In the Contest & Activity Newsletter, maybe you will challenge yourself to win a ribbon or gift points. The For Authors Newsletter will offer lots writing advice for those of you who are considering publication or want to improve writing skills. The information and inspiration in all our newsletters are available and free.

         Check out the many newsletters WDC has to offer:

                    *Note1* Action/Adventure
                    *Note1* Comedy
                    *Note1* Drama
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                    *Note1* Romance/Love
                    *Note1* Spiritual
                    *Note1* Contests & Activities
                    *Note1* Noticing Newbies
                    *Note1* Poetry
                    *Note1* Short Stories
                    *Note1* For Authors

         If you are interested in signing up for any of these newsletters, here's what you do: On the left side of your screen, there will be a list of options, one of them being Writing Resources. Click on that and you will find Newsletters a little ways down. Click! There are four options with the fourth being *Check* Manage Newsletter Subscriptions. Click! Now check one or more from this wide variety of weekly newsletters. "Submit Changes" and you are set to receive one every Wednesday! If you choose to opt out, just come back and make your changes to your liking. It's that easy!

         And hey-- if you'd like to share your own tip or two, send it to me in the Feedback window below. *Smile* We are all here to help each other.

         I wish all of you the best of luck in your future endeavors with not only writing, but your wonderful experiences at Writing.com.

Have a wonderful week!!!

Keep on Writing!

Yours truly,
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Editor's Picks

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~ Got questions? Look for answers here... ~

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Getting Started: Table of Contents Open in new Window. (E)
Visit here for a tour of Writing.Com and learn about this vast, exciting site!
#168945 by The StoryMistress Author IconMail Icon


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And Now For Our Featured Newbies!

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 Lost In Wonderland Open in new Window. [E]
A poem that I wrote in a bout of depression and nightmares.
by Fiammata Author Icon

Excerpt:
I dream in a world of broken things,
Where Angels fly with tattered wings.

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by A Guest Visitor

Excerpt:
Even in loneliness I am whole.
A monolith. Still, others find some way
of visiting, somehow come inside, to feed
themselves from my belly,
or rest inside my head.

 The Last Ride Open in new Window. [E]
Last ride gifted to girl from her horse
by Jessie Walling Author Icon

Excerpt:
Pale dawn crept above the horizon like a secret unveiling
Casting faint light and violet shadows on snowy mountains
And rising over a grassy mound, a rider came running
From the dimming shadows, the horse came galloping

 The Ghost in My Room Open in new Window. [E]
Louis always wanted to see a ghost. He might just get his wish when he meet Jake.
by Author in Training Author Icon

Excerpt: I always had a love for ghosts, ever since I was a kid. The ghost stories I hear around the campfire with my fellow scouts are what got me into ghosts. In fact, sometimes I want to be a ghost.

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by A Guest Visitor

Excerpt:
Not a giggle, not a smile
ever escaped her pink lips.
Her tears were wiped by none
but her own tiny fingertips.

Items sent in:

Things I've made. Open in new Window. (ASR)
A list of things I've made.
#1628797 by BIG BAD WOLF is Howling Author IconMail Icon

 True Justice Open in new Window. (18+)
Cop must find person from his past thought dead. 1st place winner in a short story contest
#1720305 by TB Gessner Author IconMail Icon


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~ A Few More Places to Check Out... ~

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FORUM
Noticing Newbies Open in new Window. (13+)
A warm welcome to our newbies; come meet new and not-so-new members of Writing.Com!
#126963 by The StoryMistress Author IconMail Icon

THE DROP-OFF BOX  Open in new Window. (13+)
Monthly newbie contest.
#530577 by Tammy~Catchin Up~ Author IconMail Icon

Rules To Live By Open in new Window. (E)
Entry for the Don't Newbie Contest
#1275125 by D.L. Robinson Author IconMail Icon

 Weekly NEWBIE Challenge Open in new Window. (E)
LEARN - Bitem Format, Emoticons, etc., and receive Reviews
#989394 by ~*~Damiana Returned~*~ Author IconMail Icon

Tips for New Members Open in new Window. (ASR)
Tips for new members -- things to know to improve your Writing.com experience.
#1016867 by JACE Author IconMail Icon

 Invalid Item Open in new Window.
This item number is not valid.
#552576 by Not Available.

 
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Ask & Answer

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FEEDBACK

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*Note1* GRAMPA ED Author IconMail Icon
Cubby,
Liked the article. I have found many ideas just by reading trhe Bible. I know there are hundreds of stories in the Bible people could write about, and they will read the best book in the world.
Grampa Ed

~ What a great inspiration!

*Note1* NickiD89 Author IconMail Icon
I love stepping outside my writer's comfort zone -- and I didn't do so before joining WDC. Like you, I recommend "stepping out" to all writers. Experimenting with new genres is one way for us to grow in our crafts.

~ Yes!

*Note1* BIG BAD WOLF is Howling Author IconMail Icon
For me, the hardest thing is figuring out what to write about next. *Bigsmile*

*Note1* ikaikaichelle Author IconMail Icon
Why in the world would I want to EXIT.!? I love this website. It is fun and easy. I have one question to ask you. How are you suposed to write stories on this thing? If you have the time to answer this can you give me all the instruction so I can know how to?

~ I'll send it to you via email. *Smile*

*Note1* jreese7
It is a privilege to be part of this Website.

~ I couldn't agree more!


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*Note* Cubby's Writer's Block Challenge of the Month *Note*

Send me a writing tip you'd like to share!

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Tilll next time...
Have a great week!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Happy Writing!

*RainbowL*Be safe*RainbowR*

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