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Noticing Newbies: June 26, 2019 Issue [#9617]




 This week: Your first steps.
  Edited by: ~ Santa Sisco ~ 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

Hello, everyone. I am ~ Santa Sisco ~ Author IconMail Icon. I'm your guest editor of this Noticing Newbies newsletter.

I aim to ensure you have a smooth transition into the site. I still remember my first day here. "Bitem?" Do I have to be a computer programmer to put my writing on here? *Laugh* Forty-eight hours later, I realized it was a case of easy when you know how!. My biggest mistake when I joined was that I didn't take the time to read the "Writing.Com 101" Open in new Window.. I was excited and wanted to do everything on the same day. Sound familiar? *Smile*


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Letter from the editor

I advise all newbies to read this quick-start guide by The StoryMistress Author Icon first. "Get Started With Your Account" Open in new Window.

1. First, you should set up your portfolio and biography. "Video: Set Up Your Portfolio Tabs" Open in new Window.

The first text box on your portfolio page is for you to write about anything you want a visitor to know when visiting your port. This text can be about you, your work or anything you feel is relevant.

Your biography page is a little more in-depth information about you. When I visit someone’s port, the first place I look is their bio. I want to know if you are M/F, what country you reside in, (This helps with knowing when you might be online.) a concise “About Me” section will allow me to get to know you better, and other listings will let me see if we have anything in common.
If you prefer a visual explanation, see the video at "Biography Tab" Open in new Window. from "Writing.Com 101" Open in new Window..

2. You should upload some of your work to get it noticed and to get feedback. After all, getting feedback and help with our writing is why most of us are here. *Bigsmile* If you are not sure how to upload your writing yet, I recommend you read these: "Invalid Item" Open in new Window. "Create/Edit a Static Item" Open in new Window. and "How To Upload Writing" Open in new Window.

3. Next, you will need to know how to link an item from your portfolio so you can share it or enter a contest. There is plenty of help on linking items and I have highlighted a few of my favorites here: "Video: Linking to an Item" Open in new Window. "Bitems, Items & User tags" Open in new Window. "Invalid Item" Open in new Window. and "Newbie Hyperlinking 101 - Bitem Format" Open in new Window..

4. Once you have some work posted in your portfolio, and you know how to link to it, why not post an entry into a contest? We have many contests to cater for most tastes and genres. Current contests are advertised on the "Writing Contests @ Writing.Com" Open in new Window. and an in-depth list of contests can be found here "Contest Central Station" Open in new Window.. I also run a contest for newbies who have been members for six months or less. "Invalid Item" Open in new Window.

5. Now, if you haven’t already, start to make some friends on here. This community is the best for writers I have ever encountered. Forums are an excellent place to start, and I advise all new members to introduce themselves in the "Noticing Newbies" Open in new Window. forum. If you still have trouble finding people to socialise with, contact me or any of the Mods, and we’ll point you in the right direction.


Editor's Picks

This week I have chosen a selection from read a newbie.

Community > Read a Newbie

Selections:

 
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Have a Heart Open in new Window. (E)
Can a father's love save his son? Flash Fiction Contest entry
#2194067 by Ned Author IconMail Icon


 Who am I? Open in new Window. (E)
One of the biggest sicknesses to infect so many.This is speaking from my point of view.
#2194044 by melanchoLyle Author IconMail Icon


 Invalid Item Open in new Window.
This item number is not valid.
#2194035 by Not Available.


 The Stargazers Will Open in new Window. (E)
The stars must shine for their eyes. This was inspired by my oc.
#2194023 by Nuri Author IconMail Icon


 Extra Baggage Open in new Window. (E)
Everyone had an animal on their back and Lawrence alone saw them.
#2194004 by Rduane Assink Author IconMail Icon


 Invalid Item Open in new Window.
This item number is not valid.
#2193949 by Not Available.


 Standing There Open in new Window. (E)
This poem is about the struggles surviving abuse.
#2193938 by Vampyrix Author IconMail Icon


 Choosey Lover Open in new Window. (E)
A short poem about my experience with an emotionally draining relationship
#2193923 by Brittany Reynolds Author IconMail Icon


 
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