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#12846:	November 20, 2024	by NaNoNette
Plug Your Writing in the Right Places The site has several Plug Pages for a variety of items. Pick the correct one. Have any of your items been deleted from a Plug Page by a Moderator?

#12844:	November 13, 2024	by Jeff
Failure to Launch Looking at what causes writers difficulty in getting started. Do you have trouble getting started on writing projects?

#12721:	November 06, 2024	by Sunny
November Newbie Newsletter For Newbies Did you enjoy WDC's Birthday Celebration in September?

#12811:	October 30, 2024	by JACE
Creating a Writing Empire Recently WDC celebrated 24 years serving the writing community on the Internet. That's longer than some empires. Are you just passing through? Or, are you here for the long haul?

#12806:	October 23, 2024	by GeminiGem🐾
Making The Most of It Some tips to make the most of the tools you are provided when you post your writing in your portfolio. What tips can you share with us?

#12800:	October 16, 2024	by Jeff
Ways to Win at NaNoWriMo Set yourself up for success with one of these NaNoWriMo strategies! What writing strategy works best for you?

#12706:	October 09, 2024	by Sunny
October 2024 Newbie Newsletter Getting Involved What do you like most about Writing Dot Com?

#12764:	October 02, 2024	by JACE
Spending Your Gift Points Spending those gift points you've earned are a great way to support both the site and the members. What do you do with the gift points that you've acquired?

#12703:	September 25, 2024	by NaNoNette
We Are All Stars Here Star Ratings and how to use them. Have you received a review with very low stars for an item that wasn't THAT bad?

#12753:	September 18, 2024	by Jeff
NaNoWriMo Approaches What to do about the popular writing activity in November. Do you plan on participating in NaNoWriMo (either officially or independently)?

#12682:	September 11, 2024	by Sunny
September 2024 Newbie Newsletter September 2024 Newsletter What is something you have learned at WDC?

#12720:	September 04, 2024	by JACE
Acquiring Gift Points Using gift points on WDC is a useful, one might say vital feature on the site. How do you get your gift points?

#12715:	August 28, 2024	by GeminiGem🐾
Falling Down the Rabbit Hole Getting the most out of the time you are logged into WdC What is the first thing you typically do on WdC after you log in?

#12704:	August 21, 2024	by Jeff
Writing.com Birthday Week Activity on the site during Birthday Week, and beyond. What's your favorite part of Birthday Week?

#12660:	August 14, 2024	by Sunny
August 2024 Newbie Newsletter A Newbie Newsletter Do you have a favorite place to go to in WDC?

#12671:	August 07, 2024	by JACE
Vacation - You Do Need One Sometimes you just need time to recharge your creative batteries. Do you still "peek in" daily to WDC while you're on vacation?

#12666:	July 31, 2024	by GeminiGem🐾
You Are Here Now that you are here, on Writing.Com, do you know how to dive into the community? What is your favorite forum for conversing with other members (NOT including newsfeed)?

#12657:	July 24, 2024	by Jeff
Pulling Focus Keeping the reader's attention where it should be. What aspects of storytelling do you like to focus on?

#12623:	July 17, 2024	by Sunny
July 2024 Let Freedom Ring What is your favorite type of writing?

#12630:	July 10, 2024	by JACE
Help Is On The Way Everyone needs help at one time or another. Navigating WDC is no difference. Do you have the Help forums bookmarked as Favorites?

#12597:	July 03, 2024	by NaNoNette
WritingML and Templates for Reviews Do you know the difference between WritingML and templates?

#12620:	June 26, 2024	by Jeff
The Anti-Auteur Theory When an author isn't the only author of an authored work. Have you ever collaborated on a story with someone else? What was the experience like?

#12524:	June 19, 2024	by Sunny
June 2024 Newbie Newsletter June 2024 Newsletter What have you learned on WDC?

#12587:	June 12, 2024	by JACE
Favorites Favorites: a feature that's available to every member, no matter your membership level. Do you organize your Favorites, or just lump them all together in the Main folder?

#12582:	June 05, 2024	by GeminiGem🐾
Making It Happen How do you join into an established online community? Find out some easy things you can do. Do you remember to use the community newsfeed vs. the personal newsfeed so you see posts from newbies?

#12573:	May 29, 2024	by Jeff
Achievements (The Other Ones) A look at some of the other merit badge worthy milestones on WdC. Which achievement do you currently have that you're most proud of? Which one are you most looking forward to getting?

#12499:	May 22, 2024	by Sunny
May 2024 Newsletter May Newbie Newsletter How do you like WDC so far?

#12548:	May 15, 2024	by JACE
What Now? You've joined WDC; you've filled out your Portfolio; and you've created your first Static Item. You're on your way--but where are you going on WDC?

#12534:	May 01, 2024	by Jeff
What's Next? After you cross the finish line, what then? What do you personally do to mark the end of a project?

#12470:	April 24, 2024	by Sunny
April Newbie Newsletter April 2024 Newsletter How are you liking WDC so far?

#12508:	April 17, 2024	by JACE
A Newsletter About Newsletters If you're reading this, you know about newsletters. Do you find newsletters useful?

#12503:	April 10, 2024	by GeminiGem🐾
I See You We discuss how to be seen on WdC. What tips do you have for getting noticed on Writing.Com?

#12497:	April 03, 2024	by Jeff
Reviewing Reviewing can benefit your own writing. What's one lesson you learned from someone else's writing that you've used to improve your own work?

#12423:	March 27, 2024	by Sunny
March 2024 Newbie Newsletter To find places to go join in and have fun What do you know about WDC?

#12464:	March 20, 2024	by JACE
A Daily Achievement Regimen Embracing the four new Achievement Merit Badges has worthy consequences. How much time do you spend each day completing the requirements for these four merit badges?

#12421:	March 13, 2024	by NaNoNette
Make New Writing Friends The site attracts new members every day. Each one of those is a potential new writing buddy and friend. Do you know all the places where you can find newbies?

#12453:	March 06, 2024	by Jeff
Long-form Activities How to approach activities that take longer than a month. Do you enjoy participating in long-form activities?

#12392:	February 28, 2024	by Sunny
February Newbie Newsletter February Newsletter 2024 How do you get around writing dot com? Welcome to this issue of the Newbies Newsletter. I thought I would give more information on things to check out that you may enjoy and maybe help you get involved with places and places that are just for ne

#12418:	February 21, 2024	by JACE
Welcome to Writing.Com This began as a welcome letter to my 15-year-old niece who just joined WDC. It applies to all new members. I'm told more than 200 accounts are created daily on WDC. Do you welcome new members? If so, how?

#12404:	February 14, 2024	by Creeper Of The Realm
Writing Goals Most of us joined the site for a reason. We stay here for more than the goal we had in mind. Be honest. What are you trying to accomplish with your writing? Is it a hobby or is it more?

#12403:	February 07, 2024	by Jeff
The (Recursive) Writing Process Prewrite. Draft. Revise. Edit. Repeat. Which part of the writing process is your favorite? Which is your least favorite?

#12324:	January 31, 2024	by Sunny
January 31, 2023 Newbie Newsletter This and That How are your New Year Goals working out so far?

#12244:	January 24, 2024	by JACE
Reviewing Groups Reviewing groups offer more than just a few gift points for a review. Are you a member of a reviewing group? Why did you choose this particular group?

#12363:	January 17, 2024	by GeminiGem🐾
Hey Look! Look At MEEEEE! You can develope the skills of self-promotion right here at WdC. What is your favorite way to show off your writing?

#12364:	January 10, 2024	by Jeff
Double Duty Making the most of your writing activity on Writing.com. How often to you write material here on WdC with the intention of entering multiple activities?

#12309:	January 03, 2024	by Sunny
January 2024 Newbie Newsletter Things to check out Do you have any goals to meet for this New Year? Come and share.

#12252:	December 27, 2023	by JACE
Recognizing Our Writers Recognition of one's writing is a major facet of Writing.com. Is recognition of your writing important to you?

#12308:	December 20, 2023	by NaNoNette
Groups You can make this vast site a little more cozy with groups. Do you know how to join and leave groups?

#12320:	December 13, 2023	by Jeff
Character Development Resources Using personality assessment tools as a way to create better characters. What's your favorite method of creating characters?

#12283:	December 06, 2023	by Sunny
December 2023 Newbie Newsletter For Newbies and not-so-newbies Do you enjoy Christmas?

#12253:	November 29, 2023	by JACE
Reviewing Endorphins Reviewing is great for both the recipient and the giver of the review. Do you think your review is of more help to the author, or to you?

#12282:	November 22, 2023	by Creeper Of The Realm
Reviews -- two sides of a coin Be it short and sweet or long and winding, almost every review has something positive and helpful to offer. How often do you review?

#12279:	November 15, 2023	by Jeff
A Daily Writing Habit The benefits of small, achievable daily goals. What daily habits do you have?

#12219:	November 08, 2023	by Sunny
November Newbie Newsletter Newsletter For Newbies Do you get involved in contests and more?

#12251:	November 01, 2023	by JACE
WritingML - What Is It? Writing.com has its own language. Easy to use, it will help you navigate the site. Have you had the opportunity to use WritingML in your writings? How do you use it?

#12239:	October 25, 2023	by Creeper Of The Realm
Make A Wish Making and granting wishes on Writing.com is as easy as 1-2-3. Do you have a Writing.com wish list in the shop?

#12231:	October 18, 2023	by Jeff
Plotting, Pantsing, and Plantsing Different approaches to writing your NaNoWriMo novel. How much planning do you like to do before you start writing?

#12178:	October 11, 2023	by Sunny
October Newbie Newsletter Newbie Newsletter for October 2023 Whats the newest thing you learned about WDC?

#12204:	October 04, 2023	by JACE
The Party's Over WDC's 23rd Anniversary's festivities are over. Did you have fun? Did you take part in last month's anniversary festivities? How did you do?

#12197:	September 27, 2023	by Dawn Embers
Static Item Details: Creation Dates A discussion on the minor details when checking out an item from a writer's portfolio. Do you check out the creation date when reading/reviewing an item?

#12192:	September 20, 2023	by Jeff
Official Writing Contests Details about our rotating roster of official writing contests. Which official writing contest is your favorite?

#12136:	September 13, 2023	by Sunny
September 2023 A Newbie Newsletter What have you been learning about WDC?

#12158:	September 06, 2023	by JACE
A Season For Writing You probably know the best time of day to write. Now figure out what you write from season to season. Do you change the focus of your writing from one season to another?

#12102:	August 30, 2023	by NaNoNette
Usernames and Handles Some are the same, some are different. How and why did you choose your username and handle? Does your handle change often or never?

#12145:	August 23, 2023	by Jeff
Roleplaying Games Thoughts on the annual WdC Birthday Masquerade and other roleplaying games. Do you enjoy roleplaying games? What are some of your favorites?

#12080:	August 16, 2023	by Sunny
August Newbie Newsletter Things to check out Who Runs WDC?

#12109:	August 09, 2023	by JACE
A Weekend with Bernie Don't be afraid to check out some the "storied" past of Writing.Com. Do you ever wonder what Writing.Com was like in the early days?

#12099:	August 02, 2023	by Tornado Dodger
It's Just an Opinion - Nothing More Everyone has an opinion, it's important to share yours. What do you look for primarily in a review?

#12093:	July 26, 2023	by Jeff
Handwriting The benefits of putting actual pen to physical paper. What kinds of things do you still write by hand?

#12033:	July 19, 2023	by Sunny
July 2023, Newbie Newsletter Something for Newbies Do you know how to do all of WDC Writing Tools?

#12061:	July 12, 2023	by JACE
Contest Rules You spend time carefully crafting your contest entry. Is it ready to be accepted ... or disqualified? Have you overlooked a particular contest rule and been disqualified before?

#12045:	June 28, 2023	by Jeff
Six Degrees of Publishing An overview of different publishing options. Have you ever had something published by one of the types of publishers listed in this article?

#11988:	June 21, 2023	by Sunny
June's Newbie Newsletter So information for you What do you know about WDC?

#12013:	June 14, 2023	by JACE
To Upgrade ... or Not To Upgrade Writing.Com is a feature laden writing site with lots of tools to help you succeed as a writer. Do you use WDC solely as a storage site for your stories, or do you wish to improve as a writer?

#11998:	June 07, 2023	by Creeper Of The Realm
I'm here! Now what? We've all been a new member on the site at some point and learned to navigate around it, share our writing and stories. What do you wish to accomplish the most now that you've joined Writing.com?

#11995:	May 31, 2023	by Jeff
Disqualified Some of the most common reasons content entries are disqualified. Have you ever been disqualified from a contest? If so, for what?

#11937:	May 24, 2023	by Sunny
May 2023 Newsletter Places for you to check out and get involved and so more more. What do you know about Writing Dot Com?

#11969:	May 17, 2023	by JACE
Perhaps It's Time The current decade has seen many ups and downs. Maybe you've placed your life on hold. Is it time to start living again? What do you plan to write about this summer?

#11957:	May 10, 2023	by GeminiGem🐾
Spilling The Tea Who's who at WdC When did you first become aware of the different case colors and what they signified?

#11947:	May 03, 2023	by Jeff
Contest-Winning Tips Strategies for maximizing your chances of winning a contest. What are some of the things you do to give yourself the best chances of placing in a contest?

#11903:	April 26, 2023	by Sunny
April Newbie Newsletter April 2023 Newsletter What do you know about WDC?

#11916:	April 19, 2023	by JACE
White Case Memorial Everyone passes on eventually. WDC wants to remember its members who do. Would you like others to have access to your Portfolio after you pass on?

#11909:	April 12, 2023	by GeminiGem🐾
An Inspiration Situation We all need a little inspiration... What inspires you?

#11899:	April 05, 2023	by Jeff
Blogging Setting up a blog and incorporating it into your regular writing habits. Do you have a blog? If so, is it for any particular topic or purpose?

#11829:	March 29, 2023	by Sunny
March 29, 2023 Newbie Newsletter Hopefully giving good content for newbies here at WDC Are any of these places helpful to you?

#11855:	March 22, 2023	by JACE
How To .... WDC has no shortage of How To articles to help our writers. What is your favorite "How To" article you've found on WDC?

#11831:	March 15, 2023	by NaNoNette
Come In It's easy to get lost in the shuffle, but it's also easy to make new writing friends here. Are you unsure where to start?

#11850:	March 08, 2023	by Jeff
Macros Automating the WritingML you use most often. Do you use macros on Writing.com? If so, for what?

#11792:	March 01, 2023	by Sunny
March Newbie Newsletter A Newbie Newsletter Since it is just the beginning of March, how are you doing on your goals for this year?

#11824:	February 22, 2023	by JACE
The Reluctant Participant It's natural to be a bit apprehensive when joining a group. How do you overcome that apprehension? What kind of member do you want to be on Writing.Com?

#11805:	February 15, 2023	by NaNoNette
The Newsfeed The Newsfeed is a good place to start making friends on Writing.Com. How often do you post on the Newsfeed? How often do you reply to posts there?

#11806:	February 08, 2023	by Jeff
Gamification on Writing.com Notable numbers and other stats you can track on Writing.com Do you keep track of your WDC stats? If so, which ones are most important to you?

#11751:	February 01, 2023	by Sunny
A February 2023 Newbie Newsletter Some Helpful Things to help you along How is everyone doing on their resolutions and or, goals for 2023?

#11776:	January 25, 2023	by JACE
Your Writing Trigger It's a new year. What are your writing plans for 2023? A trigger is not always bad. What path will your writing take this year?

#11760:	January 18, 2023	by Lilli 🧿 ☕
The Quill Awards The Who and What of WdC's "Unofficial" Yearly Awards n/a

#11756:	January 11, 2023	by Jeff
SMART Goals Ways to be intentional about your 2023 goal setting. What's one of your major goals for 2023?

#11698:	January 04, 2023	by Sunny
A January 2023 Newbie Newsletter A January 2023 Newbie Newsletter What are your goals for this brand New Year?

#11727:	December 28, 2022	by JACE
Notifying Friends Making friends on WDC will help you in your writing endeavors. Notifications may help. Are you here to 'go it alone,' or are you looking for help with your writing journey?

#11719:	December 21, 2022	by GeminiGem🐾
Now What? What To Do Once The First Draft Is Done How do you feel about editing?

#11704:	December 14, 2022	by Jeff
Portfolio Space Tips and tricks for managing your portfolio item limits. Have you ever run out of portfolio space? How did you address it?

#11669:	December 07, 2022	by Sunny
Welcome Newbies A December Newsletter... What do you know about WDC?

#11679:	November 30, 2022	by JACE
Interactive Stories: A Little History Interactive Stories have been a part of this site since the beginning. Are Interactive Stories part of your Portfolio?

#11665:	November 16, 2022	by Jeff
Portfolio Features Some of the lesser-known but very cool features of your Writing.com portfolio. Of the features listed in this week's newsletter, which is your favorite?

#11587:	November 09, 2022	by Sunny
Welcome To Another Newbies Newsletter More things for newbies to check out What do you know about Writing Dot Com?

#11640:	November 02, 2022	by JACE
The Grab Bag Between features and members, there is no shortage of fun and interesting things to discover about WDC. How much time do you spend here on Writing.Com on a (full seven-day) weekly basis?

#11632:	October 26, 2022	by eyestar~*
Check out the Resource Tab! There's some cool links. Do you have any favorite writing resources?

#11622:	October 19, 2022	by Jeff
NaNoWriMo Options A look at some alternative ideas for NaNoWriMo projects. Do you plan to participate in NaNoWriMo this year? If so, what project will you work on?

#11564:	October 12, 2022	by Sunny
Different Things To Check Out So many things to check out here. Where is your to-go place here at WDC?

#11589:	October 05, 2022	by JACE
What Do You Want? Newsletter discussion topics are both diverse and numerous. But are they of interest to you? What topics do you want to read about in the Noticing Newbies newsletters?

#11575:	September 28, 2022	by eyestar~*
WDC a helpful home for Writers! We all love to read, write and learn new things! What's the coolest new thing you've learned recently?

#11574:	September 21, 2022	by Jeff
When's It Time To Run Your Own Activity? Advice on the best time to run your own activity. Do you run contests/activities here on Writing.com? Why or why not?

#11519:	September 14, 2022	by Sunny
Welcome Newbie Memembers A place for you to hopefully enjoy! What do you know about WDC?

#11548:	September 07, 2022	by JACE
You Have A Place Here You may have just arrived, but we're glad you're here. What do you do to help you feel a part of Writing.Com?

#11541:	August 31, 2022	by GeminiGem🐾
Social Hour How to be social on WdC Do you post in the WdC newsfeed? What kind of things do you like to post?

#11531:	August 24, 2022	by Jeff
What Does A Moderator Do? Taking a look at the different Writing.com portfolio case colors, particularly Moderators+ Is there a particular Mod or Senior Mod that you've found particularly helpful or encouraging here on the site?

#11476:	August 17, 2022	by Sunny
Welcome To WDC A Welcome Newbie Newsletter Do you have anything for Newbies that I can use in my future newsletters?

#11499:	August 10, 2022	by JACE
It's A Party! Once a year WDC celebrates its anniversary. We are 22 this year! How will you celebrate WDC's 22nd Anniversary?

#11492:	August 03, 2022	by JayNaNoOhNo
Read the Newsletter! There's not enough room here to fully explain why. Did you know the answers/background to the newsletter questions are often in the newsletter itself?

#11477:	July 27, 2022	by Jeff
WritingML Secrets Make the most out of your site experience with these WritingML tips, tricks, and lesser known tags. What are some of your go-to WritingML formatting techniques?

#11430:	July 20, 2022	by Sunny
Welcome To WDC A Newsletter To Help The Newbies How do you like Writing Dot Com so far?

#11455:	July 13, 2022	by JACE
Be A Helper Members helping members is one of WDC's strongest suits When you see a member asking for help with their writing, do you help?

#11444:	July 06, 2022	by eyestar~*
Picky Tips! Make your writing readable! Do you have any tips to help make online writing more readable?

#11442:	June 29, 2022	by Jeff
The Way You Say It How you say what you say matters. Have you ever had your otherwise good advice poorly received due to the way it was communicated?

#11394:	June 22, 2022	by Sunny
Groups, Forums, And Activities Sharing more groups, forums, and activities to hopefully help and encourage our newbies. Have you checked out-groups, forums, or activities?

#11413:	June 15, 2022	by JACE
Formatting Stories: A Proper Invitation Formatting your stories properly when creating a Static Item is a great invitation to read. Do you pass on stories because they're too hard to read?

#11397:	June 08, 2022	by GeminiGem🐾
A Soft Place To Land Where to go when you need help negotiating this big, vibrant, complicated place called Writing.Com. Where do you go when you have a WdC question?

#11391:	June 01, 2022	by Jeff
The Competition Thoughts on being in competition with other writers. Do you view other writers as competition?

#11339:	May 25, 2022	by Sunny
A Newbie Newsletter A newsletter for Newbies Do you wanna join groups? How about activities?

#11367:	May 18, 2022	by JACE
Faves and Fans Favorites and Fans can help your Writing.Com experience. Have you made use of the Fans and Favorites features?

#11351:	May 11, 2022	by eyestar~*
Let's Look at Forums A look at forums: Ways to interact and play at WDC! How do you use Writing.Com forums?

#11347:	May 04, 2022	by Jeff
Which Came First? Plot first versus character first versus theme first storytelling. Are your story ideas usually plot based, character based, or theme based?

#11292:	April 27, 2022	by Sunny
More Things Just For You Places for you to look into Have you read a newbie today?

#11319:	April 20, 2022	by JACE
Nuts and Bolts - Part 2 The Navigation Menu is your roadmap to WDC. Which section of the Navigation Menu do you use most often?

#11308:	April 13, 2022	by eyestar~*
Review On! A look around at Review features! What do you like to review? Any tips for other reviewers?

#11303:	April 06, 2022	by Jeff
Authority Thoughts on who has authority over the things you do and write. Who do you consider an authority on your writing and other activities?

#11245:	March 30, 2022	by Sunny
Some places for you to look into This is newsletter is for all the "Newbies" Have you read a Newbie?

#11272:	March 23, 2022	by JACE
Nuts and Bolts A glimpse into the background workings of WDC. What feature helps you he most? And what is the hardest part of WDC for you to use?

#11260:	March 16, 2022	by eyestar~*
Let's Connect! Ways to interact and connect on WDC. n/a

#11254:	March 09, 2022	by Jeff
Unofficial Newsletters In addition to the site's official newsletters, some members publish unofficial newsletters on a variety of topics. Do you subscribe to any unofficial newsletters? What's a topic you would love to read a newsletter about?

#11234:	March 02, 2022	by Sunny
Noticing Newbies Newbies being notice Have you read a Newbie today?

#11230:	February 23, 2022	by JACE
Thoughts on Reviewing Reviewing is a necessary aspect for growth on WDC, for both the reviewer and the reviewee.. What kind of reviewer are you?

#11215:	February 16, 2022	by eyestar~*
Cite your Genres! Citing genres in static items. What genres do you prefer to write? Can your work also fit into other genre categories?

#11206:	February 09, 2022	by Jeff
The Quill Awards Interested in the Quill Awards? No time like the present to get involved! Have you had an experience/interactions with The Quill Awards before? What were your impressions?

#11180:	January 26, 2022	by JACE
Is Your Membership Level Right For You? A Free membership can offer only so much. Consider an upgrade. Is it Time For a Membership Level Upgrade?

#11161:	January 19, 2022	by Lilli 🧿 ☕
Resources Galore!!! Grab a coffee and let me tell you about a few of the valuable resources available around here! What is your favorite 'go-to' WdC resource?

#11168:	January 12, 2022	by Jeff
Settings for Success The item settings that will help your item find the right audience. Does it affect your initial impressions of a piece of writing if it's not set up correctly or formatted attractively?

#11145:	December 29, 2021	by JACE
Community Activities WDC is more than just writing. Activities are a way to help the community at large and improve your writing as well. Do you participate in any community activities?

#11127:	December 22, 2021	by Samberine Everose
How to publish your book? Ways on how to publish your book Two kinds of publishing.

#11097:	December 01, 2021	by JACE
Testimonials Testimonials are strictly speaking a review of Writing.Com by a member. Have you written, or even read, a testimonial to Writing.Com?

#11082:	November 17, 2021	by Jeff
Writing For Fun Remembering why we started writing in the first place. Do you routinely write for fun? Or do you always write with a specific intention or goal in mind?

#11054:	November 03, 2021	by JACE
Where Do You Go For Help? Writing.Com is a complex and somewhat technical place. At some point you'll need help to navigate the site. Where do you turn for help on Writing.Com?

#11039:	October 20, 2021	by Jeff
Palate Cleansers Creating the space for more flavorful writing. What do you do when you need a break from your usual type of writing?

#11008:	October 06, 2021	by JACE
Subscriptions are Free The 13 official WDC newsletter provide a wealth of information for members. Do you subscribe to and official WDC newsletters?

#11002:	September 29, 2021	by Lornda
Focus on the Road Ahead Keep focused on what you want to accomplish at WdC. What are your writing projects, and how are they progressing?

#10997:	September 22, 2021	by Jeff
NaNoWriMo Is Coming Looking ahead to National Novel Writing Month in November. Are you planning on participating in NaNoWriMo this November? If so, are you ready for it?

#10961:	September 08, 2021	by JACE
Learning is a Life's Pursuit So you want to be a writer. Learning the basics is critical for everything one does ... even writing. Where do you go to learn about writing? What's is your favorite resource on Writing.Com?

#10926:	September 01, 2021	by NaNoNette
Click Here You must take one more step before you can see what is inside. You must click on the title. Did you know that the newsletters are always chock full of great information?

#10958:	August 25, 2021	by Jeff
Twenty-One Reflecting on 21 years of Writing.com. What were you doing twenty-one years ago when this site first went live?

#10921:	August 11, 2021	by JACE
It's That Time Again Writing.Com turns 21 with a success seldom seen among Internet entities. What did you do when you turned 21? (Apologies to the under-21 crowd)

#10918:	August 04, 2021	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Groups on WDC. A quick look at groups and what they are for on WDC. Have you joined a group yet?

#10903:	July 28, 2021	by Jeff
Corners of the Interwebs Feeling overwhelmed by options? Find a niche that speaks to you! What are some of your favorite corners/niches of WDC? Or the internet in general?

#10874:	July 14, 2021	by JACE
Views Views: do you use them, or ignore them? Do you ever check out the number of views when looking at an item?

#10868:	July 07, 2021	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Navigation. A basic guide to navigating the site when you are new here and how to find items you have viewed and liked. Have you struggled to find that item you liked?

#10861:	June 30, 2021	by Jeff
Portfolio Organization Tips for how to organize your Writing.com portfolio. Do you organize your portfolio in a particular way? If so, how?

#10819:	June 16, 2021	by JACE
You're Here. What Now? You have some skills as a writer. But you're more than that. What are you doing with your abilities? Are you a giver ... or a taker?

#10802:	June 09, 2021	by Samberine Everose
How will Newbies built Confidence in WDC What are the things that can built our confidence here in WDC Secret to Confidence In WDC

#10799:	June 02, 2021	by Jeff
Collections Tired of the same old one-off short stories and poetry? Try writing a collection! Does the idea of creating a collection of related works appeal to you? Why or why not?

#10757:	May 19, 2021	by JACE
Answers Recently I've encouraged members to complete my Newbie Survey. Some issues were raised, which I'll try and address now. Are you getting the help you need to use this site as you wish?

#10756:	May 05, 2021	by Jeff
Biographical Information What should you say about yourself online? Do you feel comfortable sharing biographical information with people online? Why or why not?

#10725:	April 21, 2021	by JACE
The Newbie Survey Results Despite the few surveys received when compared to the total WDC members, the data shows the true diversity across WDC. Does WDC really help you become a better writer?

#10703:	April 07, 2021	by Jeff
Paid Memberships Why paid memberships are important. What's one thing you pay for that you consider well worth the cost? What's one thing you pay for that you consider a big waste of money?

#10681:	March 24, 2021	by JACE
In The Meantime.... The Newbie Survey answers are forthcoming next month. For now, let's talk about one aspect found in received surveys. If you haven't done so, would you consider completing the Newbie Survey?

#10651:	March 17, 2021	by THANKFUL SONALI Library Class!
Exploring writing styles This site gives you opportunities to flex different writing muscles -- try all of them out! In how many ways can you write differently?

#10663:	March 10, 2021	by Jeff
Newbies Aren't Necessarily New Writers The distinction between new writers and new members of the site. When you joined WDC were you also a new writer?

#10626:	February 24, 2021	by JACE
I'm Curious Please share your opinion and views about Writing.Com in a Survey. Why are you here, and what do you expect from WDC?

#10616:	February 17, 2021	by eyestar~*
Help! Where do I go? a look at the support forums of WDC n/a

#10600:	February 10, 2021	by Lilli 🧿 ☕
The ‘U’ in Community! A few words about getting involved based on my own experiences. What's your favorite thing about WdC?

#10580:	January 27, 2021	by JACE
A Little About Contests Reading --> writing --> reviewing --> contests. How do you measure your writing abilities?

#10567:	January 20, 2021	by NaNoNette
A Place For You This site is so much more than just a place to share, read, and review our writing. What do you like best about the site beyond writing, reading, and reviewing?

#10536:	December 30, 2020	by JACE
Out With the Old, In With the New It's traditional to decide your goals for the coming year as you close out the old year. Set your writing goals now. What are your writing plans for 2021?

#10523:	December 23, 2020	by Choconut
The Reviewing Heart of Writing.com Ideas for obtaining reviews from others, along with where to go to find other items to review. What is the most helpful piece of advice you have ever been given in a review?

#10493:	December 02, 2020	by JACE
Tips for New Members - Part 2 An experienced member's journey continues.... What should I know about creating items on WDC?

#10446:	November 25, 2020	by Emily
What is Community Recognition? There are many ways members can earn recognition on Writing.Com, including some you may not even be aware of! How do you recognize others for a job well done?

#10447:	November 04, 2020	by JACE
Tips For New Members - Part 1 An experienced member tells about the beginning of his journey on this complex site called Writing.Com. Where do I start?

#10434:	October 28, 2020	by eyestar~*
You asked! Some folks asked questions so here are the tips! Where is your username from?

#10402:	October 07, 2020	by JACE
Your Review Profile An important tenet of WDC is reviewing. What do others know about your reviewing style? Did you know that in addition to your Bio-Block and Biography tab you can create and display a Review profile in your Portfolio?

#10355:	September 09, 2020	by JACE
Growing For The Future Small businesses, like Writing.Com, need your support to survive and thrive. How do you support Writing.Com?

#10346:	September 02, 2020	by eyestar~*
20 years old! What do the Mods say? Some advice and thoughts from our Moderators! n/a

#10303:	August 05, 2020	by eyestar~*
Choose an Item Type! Types of items you can create at WDC. What was the type of your First item here at WDC? How many others have you created?

#10270:	July 15, 2020	by JACE
Be An Encourager Surround yourself with people who will further your writing career. Is your writing criticized... or encouraged?

#10260:	July 08, 2020	by eyestar~*
Please Review! Encouragement to review and tips to boot! What is your favourite aspect of reviewing?

#10226:	June 17, 2020	by JACE
What Do I Do Now? A short primer for making your Portfolio. How do you want your Portfolio to look?

#10219:	June 10, 2020	by ~Minja~
Let's Talk About Blogging And how you can gain readers on WdC. What kind of blogging content and bloggers you are most attracted to?

#10182:	May 20, 2020	by JACE
UN-Official Newsletters You know the Official WDC newsletters. Discover some UN-Official newsletters. Do you know about newsletters written on topics other than the 13 Official WDC newsletters?

#10174:	May 13, 2020	by eyestar~*
Identify and Rate! Indentifying and rating your content by genre, type and level. Which genre is your favorite to write and which is your favorite to read?

#10141:	April 29, 2020	by Cinn
How to Organize Your Portfolio How to create and use folders & the Portfolio Organizer tool How do you organize your writing? By topic, theme, genre, year/time, or something else entirely?

#10133:	April 22, 2020	by JACE
The WDC Three-Legged Stool A stool is not much good with only one or two legs. At least three legs are needed to support the seat. From where do you find support when you need it on Writing.Com?

#10121:	April 15, 2020	by Warped Sanity
Getting Noticed Getting your writing noticed on WdC In what ways do you utilize WdC to get feedback on your writing?

#10093:	April 01, 2020	by Cinn
How to Create a Contest Everything you need to know to create your own contest on WDC Is there any type of contest you'd love to see (or see more of) on WDC? What's your favorite contest here?

#10088:	March 25, 2020	by JACE
Creatures of Habit The times, they are a-changing. Are you going with them? Could you change if it was necessary?

#10075:	March 18, 2020	by eyestar~*
Get your Flair Out There! Create a bio block! Do you have a bio block? Why or Why not?

#10052:	March 04, 2020	by Cinn
How to Get More Reviews How to get more reviews and find reviewers whose styles match your needs Are you looking for certain types of reviews or reviewers? How do you find them?

#10039:	February 26, 2020	by JACE
Gift Points and Memberships Cash and credit is not the only way to fund a membership. Can one earn enough gift points to pay for a membership?

#10023:	February 19, 2020	by eyestar~*
Dump the Doubt! A little musing on the enemy of Doubt. What do you do when Self-Doubt or the Inner Critic raises its Voice!

#10002:	February 05, 2020	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Notice Me ~ I've Something to Show You Meet and greet fellow newbies and other members of our community You go somewhere new-do you introduce yourself right off, or wait for someone to say hi or introduce you?

#9984:	January 29, 2020	by JACE
Comparing Memberships Writing.Com has a membership level that's just right for you. Do you have the right Writing.Com membership for your needs?

#9974:	January 22, 2020	by eyestar~*
How about those newsletters? Hot off the press each Wednesday: Newsletters! Do you subscribe to a site newsletter? Why? Why not?

#9970:	January 15, 2020	by Sara♥Jean
Make Your Activity Mark So often, we talk about writing. This month, I'd like to talk about some activities. What is your favorite type of activity?

#9951:	January 08, 2020	by Tornado Dodger
Change is Hard They say the only consistent thing in life is change but is that a good thing? Do you find it hard to make changes in your life?

#9930:	December 25, 2019	by eyestar~*
Tips of the decade! A few tips from the past decade! Yep I have been here 10 years! Hi New authors? What do you want to know about WDC?

#9924:	December 18, 2019	by Sara♥Jean
Setting the Pace To move a scene more quickly, or to let it move slowly, that is the question. Have you ever struggled with pace? Other than the tips in this newsletter, do you have suggestions for the readers?

#9911:	December 11, 2019	by Tornado Dodger
Lifeless Verbs Kill Characters Choose your verbs carefully. They determine your character's actions. How important do you think vibrant verbs are in good writing?

#9895:	December 04, 2019	by JACE
Reviewing On WDC Finding reviewing resources on site Do you know where to go for information about reviewing?

#9886:	November 27, 2019	by eyestar~*
Get your Skin on! Add colourful header to your work page! A tip or two! n/a

#9870:	November 13, 2019	by Tornado Dodger
Mixed Reviews Every writer gets mixed reviews. It's nothing to get upset over or worry about. Have you ever been confused when you got mixed reviews?

#9849:	November 06, 2019	by JACE
Story Ideas: They're Everywhere! Ideas are a dime a dozen if you know where to look. From where do you get your writing ideas?

#9836:	October 30, 2019	by THANKFUL SONALI Library Class!
Story Ideas on the Newsfeed They are live, they are real, and they're happening to people within the community. And they tell stories of their own. Did someone in the community go through a story today?

#9807:	October 16, 2019	by Tornado Dodger
Alphabet Soup As a writer, your vocabulary is extremely important. It's important to keep learning to expand your language skills. What word or phrase is the hardest for you to remember and use properly?

#9801:	October 09, 2019	by JACE
Achievements for Success Start your Writing.Com career with some quick and easy Community Recognition Are you passing up on your Achievement awards?

#9787:	October 02, 2019	by eyestar~*
WDC Newsletters? YES! where to find newsletters n/a

#9768:	September 25, 2019	by Sara♥Jean
What's that Genre? Part 3 A continuation of last month's installment of Genre definitions - you never know when it might come in handy. Do you disagree with any of these genre definitions? How would you define them instead?

#9760:	September 18, 2019	by Tornado Dodger
Being a Part of Something Bigger Sometimes collaborating with other writers is hard but also rewarding. Have you worked with another writer to create a single piece of work? How did it turn out?

#9748:	September 11, 2019	by JACE
A Reviewing Discussion WDC is has 19 years old ... and reviewing members' works has become a large part of the site's success. Can an author thrive without the reviews of his or her writing?

#9743:	September 04, 2019	by Kate - Writing & Reading
It's Party Time ! It's Writing.Com's 19th Birthday ~ Join In the Fun What is the most vivid take-away from your 19th birthday? or if it's all a blur or you're not yet there, any memorable birthday memory

#9736:	August 28, 2019	by Sara♥Jean
What's that Genre? Part 2 A continuation of last month's installment of Genre definitions - you never know when it might come in handy. Do you disagree with any of these genre definitions? How would you define them instead?

#9714:	August 21, 2019	by Tornado Dodger
Rating & Reviewing = Rewarding The different types of review preferences as well as how rewarding reviewing really is. Do you review other writing for reward or personal pleasure?

#9704:	August 14, 2019	by JACE
Your Review Tool Make your reviewing efforts a little easier with the Review Tool. Is reviewing a scary proposition for you? It shouldn't be.

#9699:	August 07, 2019	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Help is available on W.Com. In this issue, I will talk about how to get help or advice when you need it. Where can you go to get help?

#9688:	July 31, 2019	by Sara♥Jean
What's that Genre? Part 1 Every item asks you to pick up to 3 genres, but I see many items that are mislabeled. This newsletter might help! Do you have trouble discerning one genre from another? This might help!

#9667:	July 24, 2019	by Tornado Dodger
Over 200 Per Day Do you know how many potential readers (new members) this site gets every day? Do you know how many potential readers (new members) Writing.com gets every day?

#9655:	July 17, 2019	by JACE
Advertising is Good For You Getting the word out about your writings is your responsibility. Do you think views and reviews will spontaneously happen while you sit back and wait?

#9646:	July 10, 2019	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Hello - I'm Here First encounters with fellow writers - meet and greet and read. Have you ever gone to a place/event alone where you didn't know anyone? If so, how was it? If not, why not?

#9639:	July 03, 2019	by Sara♥Jean
Away for the Holiday? Are you out of town for the holiday? Here are a few tips to make sure you can keep writing! What additional tips can you give for the next vacation, so everyone can keep their muse going?

#9617:	June 26, 2019	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Your first steps. In this issue, I will talk about the first steps in setting up your portfolio. What to do first?

#9607:	June 19, 2019	by JACE
Presentation is (Almost) Everything Don't let readers check out of your story cause of poor presentation. Do you want your stories to be read and reviewed?

#9598:	June 12, 2019	by eyestar~*
Read the fine print! Don't BE out of the contest before the judging! n/a

#9588:	June 05, 2019	by Sara♥Jean
Collaborative Writing Do you prefer to write on your own , or do you toy with the idea of writing collaboratively? WdC has you covered! If you were going to start a new Campfire Creative topic, what would it be?

#9570:	May 29, 2019	by Tornado Dodger
The Funniest Misused Phrases Misused phrases are used very often but some are funnier than others. How many of these incorrect phrases have you heard used?

#9556:	May 22, 2019	by JACE
Help Is On The Way Just a few of the many resources for Newbies on site. Where do you go when you need help on Writing.Com?

#9541:	May 08, 2019	by Sara♥Jean
Are Blogs Old School? Blogs have been around for ages, it seems. But are there ways that you can use your blogs in new and fresh ways? Do you have a unique blog idea that you think will catch on? Share it with us!

#9519:	May 01, 2019	by Tornado Dodger
Commonly Misused Idioms How many of these have you seen used incorrectly? n/a

#9507:	April 24, 2019	by JACE
What Are the Odds? Your desire to be a writer is the real key to your writing success. Can you beat the odds for writing a best seller?

#9493:	April 17, 2019	by eyestar~*
A Few Tips writing in static items n/a

#9471:	April 03, 2019	by Tornado Dodger
Ooh Shiny Syndrome How can you ever complete that brilliant idea if you don't finish? Do you have "Ooh shiny syndrome"?

#9454:	March 27, 2019	by JACE
Spring Day Alice's Restaurant isn't the only place to find what you want. Where will the Navigation Menu take you today?

#9443:	March 20, 2019	by eyestar~*
Review Those Products Right HERE! The what and how of Product reviews at WDC! Did you know you can be a wise and eloquent influence on what folks read?

#9438:	March 13, 2019	by Sara♥Jean
What's Under that Tools Link? A few months ago, we talked about the Ideanary Tool, but there's some other great stuff under there, too! What's your favorite writing tool to use?

#9418:	March 06, 2019	by Tornado Dodger
Let's Burn This Place Down Campfires are stories told in parts by different authors over a period of time. What is so scary about partnering with another author (or several) to write a story?

#9402:	February 27, 2019	by JACE
Snow Day Do something different the next time you visit WDC. Are you a little curious ... or just plain nosy?

#9391:	February 20, 2019	by Warped Sanity
Respect and Content Ratings Content ratings are a way of making WdC a safe space for all writers and readers, while still allowing creative freedom. What content ratings do you prefer for your blogs, newsfeed posts, and forums? Why?

#9386:	February 13, 2019	by Sara♥Jean
Tis the Season for... C-Notes! Chocolates and hearts are in the stores, and even on WdC, there are ways to let friends and loved ones know you care. What's your favorite way to let your friends on WdC know you care?

#9373:	February 06, 2019	by Tornado Dodger
A Writer's Needs What stifles your creativity? Let's explore what sparks one reader and stifles another. n/a

#9351:	January 30, 2019	by eyestar~*
You asked! FAQ FAQ on linking etc. n/a

#9342:	January 23, 2019	by JACE
Newsletters: Your WDC Information Source This is not your Fake News. What's your best source for information on things WDC?

#9334:	January 16, 2019	by Sara♥Jean
New Year, New You! With the new year starting, these are the things you should make sure to update in your WdC public profile. What do you always forget to update?

#9322:	January 09, 2019	by Tornado Dodger
What Type of Writing Do You Choose? If you had to choose only one type of writing, what would you pick? n/a

#9304:	January 02, 2019	by JACE
Dear Me: Are You Game? Just what is this contest: Dear Me? What are your writing goals in 2019?

#9291:	December 19, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
Ideanary Tool - Better Than A Thesaurus Have you ever played with the Ideanary Tool in Writing.Com Tools? Here's what it does! Use the Ideanary to edit one of your own sentences, then share the original and new sentence with us! We'd love to see.

#9274:	December 12, 2018	by Tornado Dodger
Goodbye 2018 The year is winding down, that means resolutions and writing goals! n/a

#9262:	December 05, 2018	by NaNoNette
Newbies of 2018 Honoring the Newbies of 2018 What does one have to do to get noticed here?

#9249:	November 28, 2018	by Warped Sanity
Maximizing Your Visibility Utilizing WdC to maximize your visibility to readers In what ways can you utilize WdC to maximize attention to your own writing?

#9241:	November 21, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
"Show, Don't Tell".... huh? Have you ever been told in a review to "show" instead of "tell"? What does that mean? Can you change this sentence to show instead of tell: Susan threw the pot against the wall angrily.

#9220:	November 14, 2018	by Tornado Dodger
Prompt Palooza What kind of prompts do you prefer? n/a

#9209:	November 07, 2018	by ~Minja~
Communication as a pillar of society Communication leads to community, that is, to understanding, intimacy and mutual valuing. How likely do you communicate with members on this site?

#9199:	October 31, 2018	by eyestar~*
Bits and Bites A treat bag of items of interest at WDC! n/a

#9195:	October 24, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
Gift Points: They're Easy to Come By Does it seem like Gift Points, our virtual currency on WdC, are elusive? Here are some tips for how to earn some. What are some ways you have learned that you can earn some GPs that you're willing to share with others?

#9177:	October 17, 2018	by Tornado Dodger
The Answer Is ... What breeds motivation? Effort. Plain and Simple. n/a

#9166:	October 10, 2018	by ~Minja~
No title Any title is better than no title at all. A title creates anticipation and expectation or, perhaps, disinterest. What is your process of choosing the right title?

#9135:	October 03, 2018	by NaNoNette
Case Colors There are people behind the case colors Why are we color coded?

#9146:	September 26, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
Embracing the Community A recent reconnect has helped me re-embrace my love for the community here. Perhaps my experience will inspire you. Is there someone or something that keeps you coming back for more?

#9128:	September 19, 2018	by Tornado Dodger
What Should I Do Now? The birthday festivities are over - so how do you keep up the excitement? n/a

#9102:	September 05, 2018	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Happy Birthday At Writing.Com we each celebrate two birthdays a year How old would you be if you didn't know how old you are? (Satchel Paige)

#9097:	August 29, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
Copyright or Copywrong? Have you ever wondered why there's a copyright symbol at the bottom of every page of what you post? Do you have any questions about copyright that I could try to look up for you? I may not find them, but I'll do my best!

#9064:	August 22, 2018	by Tornado Dodger
What is an RPG? A brief history of role-playing games and their role in writing. Have you ever played an RPG?

#9035:	August 01, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
Using Items for Unusual Purposes This strategy works in movies and television shows, so why not in stories? I say, bring on the marshmallows! What other "tips and tricks" can we take from television and movies to enhance writing?

#9018:	July 25, 2018	by Tornado Dodger
The Color of Sound Did you know the sounds around you while you're writing can affect your creativity? What color sound do you like the best when you're writing?

#9003:	July 11, 2018	by eyestar~*
JOIN in! How to get involved In WDC! n/a

#8992:	July 04, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
Find Your Outlet We all need an outlet so our writing is more fluid. Learning to relax is key to thinking more clearly. What do you do to relax before sitting down to write?

#8975:	June 27, 2018	by Tornado Dodger
Have You Written An Essay? Essays can share valuable world views and are important to readers and writers alike. n/a

#8954:	June 13, 2018	by Warped Sanity
Taking Control of Your WdC Experience First experiences on the site and ways to utilize Item tools to your benefit. Did you know that you can decide whether to allow just a rating, rating with a review or review only when posting your writing?

#8942:	June 06, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
How to Handle Tough Feedback My last newsletter talked about how reviewing is tough sometimes. But what should you do when you receive tough reviews? How do you react when you receive a review that hurts your feelings?

#8928:	May 30, 2018	by Tornado Dodger
12 Free Merit Badges How would you like to earn a merit badge every month for free? You can simply by reviewing. How would you like to earn a merit badge every month for free?

#8920:	May 23, 2018	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Character development. In this issue, I will follow on from last month and look at developing your characters. How do I develop characters?

#8894:	May 16, 2018	by Samberine Everose
Struggles in being a Newbie Being a newbie is not always been easy. We are all started from being a baby-newbie.

#8898:	May 09, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
Reviewing is Tough Sometimes There are a lot of "fluffy" reviews out there anymore. How can you give someone constructive, but meaningful feedback? How do you choose how many stars an item deserves when you are reviewing?

#8879:	May 02, 2018	by Tornado Dodger
The Most Important Rule of Writing What's the most important thing you can do as a writer? Here's a hint. It doesn't involved writing. What's the most important thing you can make time for as a professional writer?

#8872:	April 25, 2018	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Know your characters. In this issue, I will look at developing your character profiles. How well do you know your characters?

#8854:	April 18, 2018	by NaNoNette
Benefits of a Paid Membership Membership levels explained. Pay to Play?

#8852:	April 11, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
Rediscovering Your Childhood To find some inspiration, don't be afraid to jump back into your childhood loves and become a little nostalgic. If you could write your childhood dream world, what would it look like?

#8837:	April 04, 2018	by Tornado Dodger
Keep the Conversation Going Blogs aren't just for complaining or documenting your every move. n/a

#8828:	March 28, 2018	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Are you gifted? In this issue, I will look at how to gift paid memberships and other WDC products. Do you know how to gift a paid membership or WDC goodies?

#8811:	March 21, 2018	by THANKFUL SONALI Library Class!
Playing around with your characters How a few games can help you create more meaningful characters Do you play games with your characters?

#8805:	March 14, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
Getting Yourself in the Mood We all have different ways of getting ourselves in the right mindset for completing any kind of task, including writing I'm a list maker. What do you have to do to get yourself refocused when you find you can't focus?

#8786:	February 28, 2018	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Your first post. In this issue, I will look at making your first post. Do you know how to post in a forum?

#8771:	February 21, 2018	by eyestar~*
This and That! A few tips for new members n/a

#8766:	February 14, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
Outlines are Going Out of Style Do you remember outlines when you were in school? They served their purpose - do you still use them? When was the last time you used an outline to organize your thoughts to write a story?

#8746:	February 07, 2018	by Tornado Dodger
And The Winner Is ... Procrastination, reasons and ways to overcome it. Do you suffer from the dreaded time-waster called procrastination?

#8727:	January 24, 2018	by Sara♥Jean
We Don't Want To, But We Have To How sometimes the problems I face in my work world can relate to the problems I face in my writing world. Have you ever been in a situation where you don't want to do something, but you have to? How does it apply to writing?

#8710:	January 17, 2018	by Tornado Dodger
Snapewives There is ALWAYS something to write about. You just have to find the motivation. What's the weirdest thing you've ever read a story about?

#8698:	January 10, 2018	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Notice Me! I've Something to Show You! Knowing about you invites others to read your work - an interactive exercise in meet and greet Do you find it easier to read and review someone's work that you know or one with whom you are not familiar?

#8692:	January 03, 2018	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
New year resolutions. In this issue, I will look at new year resolutions and goals. New year! New you?

#8678:	December 27, 2017	by Sara♥Jean
Flying toward 2018! How did you do on your writing goals in 2017? What new goals are you going to set for 2018, if you choose to set goals? Where would you like to improve?

#8662:	December 20, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
The Devil is in the Details Words have more power than you can imagine. Choose them carefully. n/a

#8643:	December 13, 2017	by THANKFUL SONALI Library Class!
One Writer's Experiences Writing.Com is huge. Can be overwhelming. But for most of us oldbies, it's home. Here's why: An individual experience Is Writing Dot Com overwhelming and intimidating? (If you're a newbie and you've said yes -- Read this Newsletter!)

#8640:	December 06, 2017	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Pace yourself! In this issue, I will look at how you should pace yourself while online. Do you manage your time efficiently?

#8627:	November 29, 2017	by Sara♥Jean
Holiday Extravaganza We are surrounded by cultural holidays of all types during November and December. They make perfect story enhancements. I challenge you to learn about a holiday from a different culture - which one did you learn about?

#8614:	November 22, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
13 Years You know a place is pretty special if you stick around for thirteen years. n/a

#8606:	November 15, 2017	by Dawn Embers
A Question of Motivation A look at some options for motivation or even when there isn't motivation to write. Where do you get your motivation for writing on the site?

#8596:	November 08, 2017	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Did you know? In this issue, I will look at things you might overlook on the site. Did you know about these features on WDC?

#8583:	November 01, 2017	by Sara♥Jean
Children in Literature All too often, I see very adult-like children when I read stories. We have to remember that children are children. Who is your favorite child character?

#8566:	October 25, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
Change Can Be ... Change can be scary but it can also be exciting and really make a difference. n/a

#8556:	October 18, 2017	by Creeper Of The Realm
Memberships Let's talk about the best WdC membership for you! What is your WdC membership preference?

#8549:	October 11, 2017	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Portfolio Icons. In this issue, I will look at Portfolio Icons. (Case colors) Do you know what the different case colors mean?

#8539:	October 04, 2017	by Sara♥Jean
Lead the Pack to Greatness Every month, it seems, I am telling you how to fit in to WdC. This month, I want to tell you how to make it your own. There is something that makes you uniquely you. And that same something makes you perfect for adding to this community.

#8525:	September 27, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
Epilogue What to do now that the rush of activities and excitement is over? n/a

#8504:	September 20, 2017	by THANKFUL SONALI Library Class!
A Letter to a Newbie As quite an oldbie here, here's what I feel like sharing with newbies! Don't you wish someone would tell you what you wanted to know about Writing Dot Com?

#8503:	September 13, 2017	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Review settings. In this issue, I will look at what to do when you are ready for reviews. Do you know your review settings?

#8488:	September 06, 2017	by Sara♥Jean
It's Not Too Late Have you visited Party Central yet? Writing.Com is 17! What has been your favorite activity from this Birthday celebration?

#8473:	August 30, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
Birthday Traditions Birthdays are special days to look back and celebrate.Some even carry traditions from year to year. Do you have a unique birthday tradition?

#8455:	August 23, 2017	by Elle - on hiatus
Where do I start? Writing.com is a huge site, and can seem overwhelming. Let me show you around... Writing.com is a huge site, and can seem overwhelming. Let me show around....

#8450:	August 16, 2017	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Editing. In this issue, I will look at what to edit, and when. Why do we need to edit?

#8438:	August 09, 2017	by Sara♥Jean
Sometimes, We Just Have to Ask for Help If you are anything like me, you hate admitting that you need help. I am learning that sometimes it is necessary. When was the last time you needed help in your writing, and should have asked for it, but didn't?

#8425:	August 02, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
What's Summer Without A Campfire? Collaborative writing has been around longer than most of us have been alive. n/a

#8406:	July 26, 2017	by THANKFUL SONALI Library Class!
Tweaking the Point of View Changing the point of view can make for an interesting tale. What if the object could tell us its story?

#8393:	July 12, 2017	by Sara♥Jean
Is There Anybody Out There? Sometimes on a website filled with thousands of people, we can still feel alone. This is where people are. Where is your favorite place to "hang" out with people on WdC? How did you find out it existed?

#8372:	July 05, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
Finding Your Writing Niche Use your own experience and knowledge to finance your dreams. n/a

#8359:	June 28, 2017	by eyestar~*
FAQ: Back to the Beginning a Quick look at some frequently asked questions! Say what? bitem? sigs?

#8356:	June 21, 2017	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Community In this issue, I will look at the WDC community. What is the WDC community?

#8342:	June 14, 2017	by Sara♥Jean
Getting Older and More Crotchety Or, to be more precise, learning to adjust with my own changing needs, even if I hate them. How have your writing needs changed over the years?

#8326:	June 07, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
Checklist for Critiquing What is a review? What should I comment on? Let's discuss it! n/a

#8312:	May 31, 2017	by A Non-Existent User
Write what you know... Sort of... They say write what you know but what does anyone really know? So have you ever tried to write about something you have never experienced? If so how did it go?

#8297:	May 17, 2017	by Sara♥Jean
Finding Inspiration in Odd Places I had a really bad dinner experience lately, and it got me thinking - there are character inspirations all around us. If you were a character, what traits would you "super-accent" about yourself?

#8279:	May 10, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
Donuts & Exclamation Points What do donuts and exclamation points have in common? Read on to find out. n/a

#8269:	May 03, 2017	by A Non-Existent User
WDC Tour Part 4 Continuing our Tour of WDC So what confuses you the most?

#8261:	April 26, 2017	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Writer’s block. In this issue, I will look at writer’s block and how to overcome it. How can you overcome writer’s block?

#8247:	April 19, 2017	by Sara♥Jean
Recycle and Reuse? With all of the movies and shows being recreated, does it leave you to wonder whether the same is happening to books? Are there any new ideas out there?

#8232:	April 12, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
The Many Lives of the Ellipses Another question from one of our members. This one about the proper use of the punctuation mark, the Ellipsis. What is the Ellipsis?

#8211:	April 05, 2017	by A Non-Existent User
The Tour Part Three A continued exploration of WDC What is the hardest part of navigating WDC for you?

#8210:	March 29, 2017	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
The hook In this issue, I will look at what hooks your reader into reading on. How do you catch a reader?

#8184:	March 15, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
Effective Dialogue is an Art Readers often skip narrative, but seldom skip dialogue. Master dialogue and you'll draw more readers. Do you have any tips to writing great dialogue?

#8170:	March 08, 2017	by A Non-Existent User
The Tour Continues A continuation of the tour of WDC we started last month What is your favorite part of WDC so far?

#8159:	March 01, 2017	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Star ratings. In this issue, I will look at the star ratings that accompany reviews. How many stars should you award?

#8147:	February 22, 2017	by Sara♥Jean
Delicious Descriptions So, do you find yourself over or under describing in your book? There are people who do too much or too little. What writing "naughty" are you guilty of?

#8131:	February 15, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
Are Your Characters Dead or Alive? Are your characters living breathing individuals? If not, they should be. n/a

#8116:	February 08, 2017	by A Non-Existent User
Welcome to the WDC Tour 2017 A guided look at how to find your way around WDC What questions have gone unanswered for you?

#8111:	February 01, 2017	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
People watching. In this issue, I will cover what to look for while people watching. How is people watching related to good writing?

#8100:	January 25, 2017	by Sara♥Jean
Help! My Brain Won't Stop! With the rise of public blogs, private journal writing has become less "cool". If you write journal entries, are they all public, all private, or a combination of both?

#8085:	January 18, 2017	by Tornado Dodger
Silence Your Inner Critic Freewriting is one of the most relaxing and creative writing exercises you can do. Do you use the Freewriting technique and how has it helped you overcome writer's block?

#8069:	January 11, 2017	by A Non-Existent User
Where do you go from here? A look at what can happen in the new year after the resolutions are made and broken. So what resolution have you already broken?

#8067:	January 04, 2017	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
New Year Resolutions. Let's have a look at what you can do for your new year resolution. Have you made a new year resolution for 2017?

#8005:	December 28, 2016	by Sara♥Jean
The Best Ever! Except It's Not... Seeing someone else's growth is easy, but seeing your own can be really hard. Have you ever had a story that, while writing it, thought was the best you'd ever written, but are disappointed later?

#8037:	December 21, 2016	by Tornado Dodger
Say This Not That Common word choice mistakes can happen easier than you might think. How many of these common word choice mistakes have you made?

#8022:	December 14, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
Life at the Laundrymat A look at how every day situations can bring about a story. So what everyday situation inspired a story for you?

#8019:	December 07, 2016	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Writing at Christmas. In this issue, I will cover the subject of writing at Christmas, and what you can use it for. Plus an activity to try. Why is it a good idea to write at Christmas?

#7955:	November 23, 2016	by NaNoNette
Images Get You Noticed It is really true, a picture says more than a thousand words. How can you use pictures to get people to read your story?

#7970:	November 16, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
Writers Block A search for answers Have you ever had writers block?

#7968:	November 09, 2016	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Show, not tell. In this issue, I will give a basic introduction to showing not telling. Have you been told to show, not tell?

#7952:	November 02, 2016	by Sara♥Jean
What if I Don't Want to NaNo? I'm sure you're seeing it everywhere! But what is there to do if you don't want to NaNo this month? What are you going to do in the month of November?

#7937:	October 26, 2016	by NaNoNette
Jumping In Overcoming that feeling of being "new." What can newbies do on Writing.Com?

#7917:	October 19, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
National Novel Writing Month A look at the phenomenon that is National Novel Writing Month Have you or do you think you ever might participate in National Novel Writing Month?

#7909:	October 12, 2016	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Comfort zone. We all have to face challenges outside of our comfort zone. There's always something new to try on WDC. How often do you step outside of your comfort zone?

#7900:	October 05, 2016	by Sara♥Jean
GPs and Trinkets and... What? Oh my! With "Trinket Fever" going strong, you might be wondering how you can get some GPs to make your own without purchasing. What's been your favorite trinket so far? How many have you been able to collect?

#7883:	September 28, 2016	by Creeper Of The Realm
How To Get Noticed On WdC You're not a needle in a haystack and yet you have to step outside your comfort zone to get visible. How long did it take you to feel comfortable around the site?

#7872:	September 21, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
Contests and Activities on WDC A look at all the things you can do on WDC Have you entered a contest yet?

#7863:	September 14, 2016	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
What’s your favorite? In this issue, I will cover the subject of favorites and fans, and hopefully make it easy to understand. Why should I favorite anyone or anything on the site?

#7850:	September 07, 2016	by Sara♥Jean
Go WdC, It's Your Birthday! The birthday week on WdC is winding down, so now what? There's still tons of things to do! What fun things did you do over the birthday week?

#7831:	August 31, 2016	by Tornado Dodger
Behind the Mask Sometimes it's fun to be someone else for a day. Try an RPG, you might like it. Who can tell us what RPG stands for?

#7818:	August 24, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
Spelling, Grammar and all that Jazz A look at tools to help you with spelling and grammar So, how's your spelling?

#7810:	August 17, 2016	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Back to basics. In this issue, I will cover the subject of how to link your items, and hopefully make it easy to understand. Why does it matter what type of link I post?

#7801:	August 10, 2016	by Sara♥Jean
Rekindling the Love I found that I pulled away from reading for a long time. I've rekindled my love. How about you? When you found yourself drawing away, what pulled you back?

#7779:	August 03, 2016	by Tornado Dodger
Are You Fruity? Today let's write about experiencing the world through your sense of taste. Everything tastes different to different people. Name something you find delicious that another might find repulsive.

#7765:	July 27, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
Have You Found Your Home Yet? A look at groups here on WDC So have you found your home yet?

#7754:	July 20, 2016	by ~ Santa Sisco ~
Do you know where to get help? In this issue, I cover the subject of how to get help and where to look for answers to questions you may have. I don’t think I will ever know everything about writing.com, do you?

#7737:	July 06, 2016	by Tornado Dodger
Tools of the Trade Do you use the site "tools". If not you should check them out. Have you tried "The Ideanary"?

#7714:	June 29, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
A Little Thing Called ML A look at the crazy way we communicate on WDC... Yes, it is better than html code. How to navigate your way around ML

#7701:	June 22, 2016	by JACE
A Farewell Reminiscing about my past five years as a Noticing Newbies newsletter editor as I step down from that position. How do you know when it's time to let someone new take the reins of an activity?

#7698:	June 15, 2016	by Sara♥Jean
How Can I Be Seen? Are you worried that your items aren't being seen? Here are some ways to get them out there! What item would you like shown in a newsletter?

#7680:	June 08, 2016	by Tornado Dodger
What Is a MOOC? Learn about MOOC's and what they can do for you and how it can improve your writing. What kind of MOOC's do you like the best?

#7667:	June 01, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
Be Bold A hopefully inspirational newsletter for all of those members who still haven't posted anything. Why Not? What do you have to lose?

#7661:	May 25, 2016	by JACE
Auctions and Raffles Becoming involved on Writing.Com is more than just writing a story or poem. Check out member-run events. Do you like helping out others? Participating in auctions or raffles is a fun way to help other members.

#7652:	May 18, 2016	by Sara♥Jean
I'm Scared! Don't let fear keep you from jumping in head first. You can't win if you don't try! What is the last activity or contest you participated in?

#7637:	May 11, 2016	by Tornado Dodger
Tom Kelly's Bottle House Sometimes the strangest things spark a story. Never underestimate the power of the mundane. Where do you find inspiration?

#7622:	May 04, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
Happy Mother's Day A look at how Holidays play a role in writing. Do you include holidays in your stories?

#7606:	April 27, 2016	by JACE
Introduce Yourself Your Portfolio and Biography tabs explained. Who are you, and why are you here on Writing.Com

#7602:	April 20, 2016	by Sara♥Jean
How to Respond to a Tough Review We all receive them. Those reviews that just cut us to the core. Learn how to breathe, and think constructively. When receiving a tough review, do you put on your boxing gloves, or do you take out your ink pen and write things down?

#7584:	April 13, 2016	by Tornado Dodger
Mental Health Awareness Do you know what to do when you meet someone in your community who is depressed or may be in need of help? Do you know the difference between depression and just having a really bad day?

#7570:	April 06, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
Writing is in the air A look at the benefits of writing every day for a month, a year or even your entire life. How do you feel about trying to write every day?

#7555:	March 30, 2016	by JACE
Community Recognition We all like to know how we stack up against others. Community Recognition is one such yardstick. What is Community Recognition, and should I seek it?

#7551:	March 23, 2016	by Sara♥Jean
Genre Definitions T - Z The final edition of the genres of Writing.Com. Now that we've looked at all of the genres, is there a genre you'd like to see added?

#7539:	March 16, 2016	by Tornado Dodger
Cha ... Cha ... Changes Writing through the changes in your life can be therapeutic. Have you ever had an event in your life that writing has helped you get through?

#7517:	March 09, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
Character Connections A look at possible ways to connect with your antagonist so that your Protagonist has a true villain to work against. Do you have problems connecting to your antagonist?

#7508:	March 02, 2016	by JACE
Using WritingML Use Writing.Com's markup language, WritingML, to enhance your writing. How do you enhance your writing using Writing.Com's features?

#7500:	February 24, 2016	by Sara♥Jean
Genre Definitions N - S A look at the different genres, and what they really mean. Do all of your items have the correct genres?

#7483:	February 17, 2016	by Tornado Dodger
Virtual Vacations Having trouble getting those words on paper? Perhaps a virtual vacation is in order. What do you do when you need to get away but don't have the time or perhaps the money to take a vacation?

#7468:	February 10, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
Love/Hate A look at the role hate plays in our stories as opposed to love. Do you have a love/hate relationship with your characters or do they have one with each other.

#7469:	February 10, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
Love/Hate A look at the role hate plays in our stories as opposed to love. Do you have a love/hate relationship with your characters or do they have one with each other.

#7456:	February 03, 2016	by JACE
Getting to Know Writing.Com These are things I wish I knew when I joined Writing.Com. What's the best way to learn about Writing.Com?

#7451:	January 27, 2016	by Sara♥Jean
Genre Definitions F - M A continued look at all of our Writing.Com genres, and what they mean. Many genres are left to interpretation. Do you have any you think can be interpreted differently?

#7431:	January 20, 2016	by Tornado Dodger
Common Word Mistakes What common mistakes do you make without even realizing it? What is the difference between "insure" and "ensure"? What about "insolate" and "insulate"?

#7420:	January 13, 2016	by A Non-Existent User
Use What's Around You A look at the things happening around you, you can use as inspiration. So, What's new in your Neighborhood

#7405:	January 06, 2016	by JACE
Little Steps Look ahead ... but don't forget to look behind to help chart your path to the future. How do you determine your goals for the future?

#7400:	December 30, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
Genre Definitions A - E A look at the different genres, and what they really mean. Do all of your items have the correct genres?

#7382:	December 23, 2015	by Tornado Dodger
Spellcheck Won't Save You From These Sometimes we make mistakes that are so well hidden, most people don't even notice. What's mistaken phrase use do you see the most in writing?

#7369:	December 16, 2015	by A Non-Existent User
If you don't need it... Cut it... A look at editing your work with an eye toward finding what clutters rather than advances your story Do you have a hard time cutting scenes?

#7356:	December 09, 2015	by JACE
What is Writing.Com What Writing.Com is, and what we are not. What do you expect to get from a Writing.Com membership?

#7354:	December 02, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
Let's Be Honest, Sometimes It's HARD Reviewing isn't always a piece of cake. Here are some tips to remember. What are some things you make sure you do when reviewing?

#7340:	November 25, 2015	by Tornado Dodger
#WriterWednesday Do you have a writing platform? Branding yourself could be easier and more fun than you think. What would you say if you were offered an opportunity to get your work in front of 320 million people, free?

#7324:	November 18, 2015	by A Non-Existent User
It Doesn't Write Itself A look at writing or not as the case may be. How often do you wish the story would just write itself?

#7320:	November 11, 2015	by JACE
Become an Angel Writing.Com is a great community for writers, full of people willing to help one another. Are you someone willing to help someone out who needs assistance?

#7310:	November 04, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
"Those Days" Happen All of us have "one of those days". Sometimes, it seems like one of those weeks. Despite that, try to write. When you have had a horrible day, how do you unwind?

#7292:	October 28, 2015	by Tornado Dodger
Filling the Knowledge Box Before jumping on the bandwagon, make sure you know your onions. Do you know the origin of many popular phrases like pass the buck or cut a check?

#7273:	October 21, 2015	by A Non-Existent User
Tis the Season... No Not That Season NANOWRIMO is almost here. Whose doing Nano this year?

#7266:	October 14, 2015	by JACE
Best Laid Plans An old military maxim states "no battle plan survives contact with the enemy." Your best laid plans often go awry. How do you plan for your writing projects?

#7259:	October 07, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
Writing a Relate-able Story We will take a look at a few ways to make sure readers can relate to your stories. Can people have a "relate"-tionship with your story?

#7235:	September 30, 2015	by NaNoNette
Safer Writing You wrote it. Now keep it. How can you protect your writing from deadly deletion?

#7222:	September 23, 2015	by A Non-Existent User
You Too Have The Power To Review A look into the art of reviewing Have you done a review today?

#7213:	September 16, 2015	by JACE
A Symbiotic Relationship Online writing groups are great. But what about local writer's groups? Are you missing something only local writer's groups can provide?

#7208:	September 09, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
Try Something New! Here are some activities you may not have noticed yet. Try something new to get involved! What new thing would you like to try around the site to get involved? Are you going to host, or enter?

#7190:	September 02, 2015	by Tornado Dodger
Whoa there! Take Time to Enjoy Yourself Have fun but remember to take some time for yourself during times of stress and activity. What's your favorite way to relax and stay inspired?

#7173:	August 26, 2015	by A Non-Existent User
Groups: The Heart of WDC A look at just a few of the many groups we have here on WDC Want to find a way to feel like part of the family here at WDC? Join a group or twenty.

#7162:	August 19, 2015	by JACE
Better Late Than Never Talking with some new members who joined WDC later in life. Do you believe in "better late than never?"

#7158:	August 12, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
Setting the "Mood" Everyone has their own way of focusing and preparing. I'll share mine with you, and talk about some things to consider. How do you get yourself into the "mood"?

#7136:	August 05, 2015	by Tornado Dodger
The Power of Habit Good habits can affect other aspects of your life as well as improve your writing and creativity. Do you have a writing goal each day?

#7120:	July 29, 2015	by A Non-Existent User
Focusing on Goals A look at Camp Nano and potential failure Did you participate in Camp Nano?

#7109:	July 22, 2015	by JACE
Never Too Late It's never too late to start doing something you've always wanted to accomplish. How old is too old to begin a new pursuit?

#7105:	July 15, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
Writing.Com is MORE Than Just Writing Of course, the main purpose of this site is to gather writers together, but there is so much more to it than that. How have you participated this week?

#7089:	July 08, 2015	by Tornado Dodger
Commonly Mistaken Words Eight commonly mistaken words that sound like each other when spoken but mean different things. Who can name the difference in definition between 'all together' and 'altogether'?

#7070:	July 01, 2015	by A Non-Existent User
Summer Camp Has Arrived A look at the easier flowing Summer Version of National Novel Writing Month also known as Camp Nano Will you join a cabin and write along?

#7063:	June 24, 2015	by JACE
The Don 't Bucket List Sometimes you should focus on things NOT to do. Do you have a Bucket List?

#7056:	June 17, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
Changing Your "Color" With spring and summer often comes new clothes. Why should WdC be any different? Let's snazz up your experience. What is your favorite summer skin?

#7037:	June 10, 2015	by Tornado Dodger
Getting Published is Within Your Reach Here is a small selection of places that publish new and emerging authors consistently. How many times have you submitted your work to a magazine this year?

#7021:	June 03, 2015	by A Non-Existent User
Contests and Writing Prompts A look at just a few of the way's WDC is here to help your muse. What do you do to wake up your muse?

#7013:	May 27, 2015	by JACE
Servicing Others Memorial Day: Honoring those who have served. n/a

#7005:	May 20, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
Building Your Bio Block So many of us "set it and forget it" when it comes to our bio blocks. Have you updated yours lately?

#6989:	May 13, 2015	by Tornado Dodger
Is Content Really King? “Content is king, distribution is queen, and she wears the pants,” at least according to a VP at Buzzfeed n/a

#6964:	May 06, 2015	by A Non-Existent User
Where Inspiration Finds Us A look at the every day things that can inspire great writing. n/a

#6956:	April 29, 2015	by JACE
Are You Called? Have you wanted to be a writer all your life, or is that a recent calling? n/a

#6951:	April 22, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
Don't Over Plan It Do you ever find yourself doing more planning than actual doing? I certainly do. n/a

#6934:	April 15, 2015	by Tornado Dodger
You've Read These Millions of Times. Let's learn about metaphor, simile, hyperbole, idioms, and personification. n/a

#6915:	April 08, 2015	by A Non-Existent User
Overcoming Roadblocks A look at how to move life out of your way when it doesn't seem to want you to write. n/a

#6905:	April 01, 2015	by JACE
April Fool's Day One day for practical jokers to make their presence known is not the best the month of April has to offer.. n/a

#6902:	March 25, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
Overcoming Adversity What happens when the adversity comes from yourself? n/a

#6884:	March 18, 2015	by Tornado Dodger
The Objective What? Take control and master your writing. Start by learning this technique from T.S. Eliot. n/a

#6856:	March 04, 2015	by JACE
Ch-Ch-Changes Change is good! We may go to the gym to exercise our bodies, but change exercises our minds. n/a

#6853:	February 25, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
The Two R's: Review and Respect Have you ever wondered how to make sure to be respectful when reviewing? Here are a few tips. n/a

#6828:	February 18, 2015	by Tornado Dodger
Reviewing Survival Guide You only get one chance to make a first impression. Make sure you say what you mean to say. n/a

#6820:	February 11, 2015	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Open ~ and Fill ~ Your Portfolio :) Once we set words to paper/laptop, we're inviting readers and peers to enjoy and to comment n/a

#6805:	February 04, 2015	by JACE
Rewarding Reviewers Using Reviewing Credits to help members increase their reviewing influence. n/a

#6802:	January 28, 2015	by Sara♥Jean
Is Your Story Relate-able? It is disappointing to see people stop by your stories, but don't really read them. Here is one way to fix that. n/a

#6783:	January 21, 2015	by Tornado Dodger
Do you need more hours in the day? Being busy isn't the same as being productive. Time management skills are important for writers. n/a

#6768:	January 14, 2015	by A Non-Existent User
New Year, New Projects A look at getting a fresh start in 2015 n/a

#6752:	January 07, 2015	by JACE
Looking Back to Move Forward Do you just plow into the new year without any thought? n/a

#6744:	December 31, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
Clean your Portfolio for the New Year Happy New Year! Well, almost. It isn't quite the new year yet, but it is awfully close. Tomorrow! Start fresh! n/a

#6730:	December 24, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
19 Million People 6.7MM people publish on blogging websites, and another 12MM write using their social networks. Where do you write yours? n/a

#6715:	December 17, 2014	by A Non-Existent User
Child Like Wonder The best way to explore WDC n/a

#6703:	December 10, 2014	by JACE
Alone, But Not Lonely Don't get overwhelmed with the hustle and bustle of the season. n/a

#6698:	December 03, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
Becoming a "Writer": Attainable Goals "If you wake up in the morning, and you can't think of anything but writing, then you should be a writer." n/a

#6675:	November 26, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
Ten Years 10 Years and Counting: Reflecting on my experiences at Writing.com n/a

#6664:	November 19, 2014	by A Non-Existent User
Greetings from the Land of Nano Discussion on writing on a deadline, and the tools we have to help with that. n/a

#6655:	November 12, 2014	by JACE
FAN-tastic A short primmer on Fans and Favorites n/a

#6647:	November 05, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
Making Sure Your Work is Seen WdC has some built in tools to make absolutely sure your work is seen by those on the site. Here are some tips. n/a

#6632:	October 29, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
Lake, Night, Crickets, Ravine, ... Can List-Making or Free-Writing really help you write more? It worked for Ray Bradbury. n/a

#6612:	October 22, 2014	by A Non-Existent User
Inner Editor v/s the Muse Which one wins out in your writing? n/a

#6598:	October 15, 2014	by JACE
Inspiration on the Road Use your vacation to inspire your writing. n/a

#6595:	October 08, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
Writing Jargon There are many writing terms that have definitions that are confusing and misunderstood. Do you know what they mean? n/a

#6575:	October 01, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
Where did NaNoWriMo come from? Do you know the history of National Novel Writing Month? n/a

#6562:	September 24, 2014	by A Non-Existent User
National Novel Writing Month Are you ready to write a novel? n/a

#6550:	September 17, 2014	by JACE
Inside Your Portfolio What is this thing called a Portfolio? n/a

#6498:	September 17, 2014	by JACE
Let's Party Get involved with Writing.Com's 14th Birthday celebrations. n/a

#6547:	September 10, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
The Birthday Week is Over... Now What? Now that all of the glitz and glamour has passed, can you still get involved? n/a

#6528:	September 03, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
Help! I have so much to do! Stressing out because you're over-committed isn't a new problem, but I can offer some suggestions. n/a

#6510:	August 27, 2014	by A Non-Existent User
Write What You Know? What do people really mean when they say "Write What You Know." n/a

#6493:	August 13, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
Don't Knock It 'Til You Try It! Reviewing is loved by some, dismissed by others, and even others only do it when they need GPs. So, who's right? n/a

#6476:	August 06, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
Remember Death In this issue, we discuss the importance of death scenes in literature and common reactions to famous death scenes. n/a

#6456:	July 30, 2014	by A Non-Existent User
Which Do I Choose? A look at all the options for items in your portfolio n/a

#6406:	July 23, 2014	by JACE
Working Next issue n/a

#6441:	July 16, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
Stop It! Right Now! Stop Editing! Well... at least. Not until you're done. n/a

#6422:	July 09, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
Hey you! Yes, YOU! Did you do this? Could you be making mistakes that actually cause your work to be overlooked? n/a

#6401:	July 02, 2014	by A Non-Existent User
Show! Don't Tell The art of writing without using passive voice. n/a

#6394:	June 25, 2014	by JACE
Meet Your Senior Mods: Part 4 The final in a series of Meet Your Senior Mods n/a

#6388:	June 18, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
Find Your Happy! Something that was pointed out to me recently was that it seems I make writing a chore. So, here's how I have fun. n/a

#6371:	June 11, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
Paid Memberships for FREE! Writing.com - where your words truly have value. Reviewing pays! n/a

#6352:	June 04, 2014	by A Non-Existent User
Everything I know about characters... I learned from Trees, Chickens and a really old Raccoon. n/a

#6344:	May 28, 2014	by JACE
Meet Your Senior Mods: Part 3 Let's meet Jeff and Diane. Sounds like the song, but much more interesting. n/a

#6338:	May 21, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
It Gets Worse Before It Gets Better I'm sure you've heard the phrase before... it always seems to get worse before it gets better. Writing is no different! n/a

#6320:	May 14, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
Your Brain is Lying to You What is the most important tool that every writer has and do you know how it works? n/a

#6300:	May 07, 2014	by A Non-Existent User
I Dare You! How to get the most out of WDC n/a

#6291:	April 30, 2014	by JACE
Meet Your Senior Mods: Part 2 This issue we're talking with Leger and Jace. n/a

#6289:	April 23, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
Sometimes It Is Best to Talk Sometimes the written word doesn't convey just what you are hoping it does! Here is a way to approach the situation. n/a

#6268:	April 16, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
Why Should I Review? Reasons to review your peers at Writing.com n/a

#6247:	April 09, 2014	by A Non-Existent User
Reviewing for Writings Sake A look at reviewing and its importance in improving your own writing n/a

#6239:	April 02, 2014	by JACE
Meet Your Senior Mods: Part 1 Let's talk with Sophie and Joy. n/a

#6230:	March 26, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
March Madness Let us consider adding a bit of "madness" into our characters. Perhaps just a bit. n/a

#6218:	March 19, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
The Magic of Writing.com What is the best part of this site? You may be surprised at the answer. n/a

#6201:	March 12, 2014	by A Non-Existent User
Life: Don't let it get in the way... of your writing. A look at how life often has other plans for us an what to do about it. n/a

#6192:	March 05, 2014	by JACE
Share What's Happening.... A lot of changes have come down the pike in the past several months. Here's the short list. n/a

#6191:	March 05, 2014	by JACE
What's New? A lot of changes have come down the pike in the past several months. Here's the short list. n/a

#6187:	February 26, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
Any Way, Anyway, Anyways? So many ways! When should each different form of the word be used? Let's take a look... n/a

#6169:	February 19, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
The Color of Inspiration Inspiration can come in many forms and from many places, but did you know colors also play a part? n/a

#6140:	February 12, 2014	by NaNoNette
Find the Right Reviewer On a site this large, how do you know if you can trust a reviewer? n/a

#6139:	February 05, 2014	by JACE
To Subscribe or Not To Subscribe You don't need to subscribe to all the official newsletters to have access to them. n/a

#6136:	January 29, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
Get Involved! Sometimes first coming to Writing.Com is a little overwhelming. The first thing you want to do... is get involved! n/a

#6118:	January 22, 2014	by Tornado Dodger
Don't Ignore the Special Features DVD movie special features can offer insight into the screenplay writer's mind. n/a

#6107:	January 15, 2014	by NaNoNette
Ask the Right Questions Be specific when you ask for help, or the answer will be: read Writing.Com 101. n/a

#6088:	January 08, 2014	by JACE
Can You Afford to Upgrade? The ability to earn WDC gift points exists all over the site. n/a

#6082:	January 01, 2014	by Sara♥Jean
New Years Writing Resolutions Even people who say they don't make resolutions really do. But how can you make one that is achievable? n/a

#6065:	December 25, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
Do You Know the Benefits of Blogging? Do you blog? There are benefits you may not be aware of. n/a

#6007:	December 11, 2013	by JACE
Are You Jaded in Your Writing? They say variety is the spice of life. Let your writing reflect life's many nuances. n/a

#6036:	December 04, 2013	by Sara♥Jean
The REAL Way to Conquer Writer's Block Everyone uses a lot of tricks to get rid of writer's block, and even me. But when it boils down, there is one cause. n/a

#6018:	November 27, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
Avoiding Stereotypical Characters Avoid shallow, one-dimensional characters in your stories. n/a

#5991:	November 13, 2013	by JACE
Time Management Organization is the best way to maximize your available writing time. n/a

#5985:	November 06, 2013	by Sara♥Jean
It's Not Too Late! There's lots of talk of NANOWRIMO around the site. Let's talk about it! n/a

#5971:	October 30, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
Are you ready for NaNoWriMo? The countdown to NaNoWriMo begins now. 5 ... 4 ... 3 ... 2 ... 1 n/a

#5944:	October 16, 2013	by JACE
Presenting ... Yourself! Presenting yourself is as important as the presentation of your writing. n/a

#5939:	October 09, 2013	by Sara♥Jean
Newsletter Settings We set our newsletter settings when we first join the site, but how do we change them? n/a

#5924:	October 02, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
Steal Like An Artist One writer and artist dares to say - Nothing is original, so remix and re-imagine to discover your own path. n/a

#5890:	September 18, 2013	by JACE
Presentation is Paramount You want your writing read? Present it properly. n/a

#5868:	September 04, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
Jumpstart Your Creativity! Jumpstart your creativity with some of the awesome birthday activities around the site this week! n/a

#5843:	August 21, 2013	by JACE
It's Coming... What is it? The 13th WDC Birthday festivities, of course. n/a

#5840:	August 14, 2013	by Sara♥Jean
Keeping In Touch WdC offers tons of ways to get to know one another, and then keep in touch. Here are just a few! n/a

#5825:	August 07, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
Save the Drama for your Mama Don't lose sight of why you joined this site. It's all about reading and writing. n/a

#5796:	July 24, 2013	by JACE
What's Your Passion? What are you really looking for? n/a

#5791:	July 17, 2013	by Sara♥Jean
Find Your Quiet Place Do you ever find that you are incredibly busy, and when you finally do get to sit down to write, nothing comes out? n/a

#5772:	July 10, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
The Two Most Important Words How often do you use the two most important words in your vocabulary? n/a

#5743:	June 26, 2013	by JACE
New is Not a Bad Thing Everyone is new to something at one point or another. n/a

#5727:	June 12, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
Request a Review Today Want more reviews? Don't be shy. Request a review. n/a

#5694:	May 29, 2013	by JACE
Divergent Paths We all start from the same point when we sign up on Writing.Com. n/a

#5691:	May 22, 2013	by Sara♥Jean
Jumpstart Muse with Card/Letter Writing This has proven very valuable to me recently, so I thought I might share it with you. n/a

#5669:	May 15, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
The Secret to Being a Successful Author What's the secret to being a good writer? Let's find out. n/a

#5643:	May 01, 2013	by JACE
Finding Your Way Around WDC You just joined. Now where do you go? n/a

#5639:	April 24, 2013	by Sara♥Jean
Do You Review Request? A little introduction to the "Review Requests" capability on this site. It's pretty awesome! n/a

#5626:	April 17, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
Never Stop Learning Writers are inquisitive by nature. It's important to feed that need by learning new things. n/a

#5616:	April 10, 2013	by Stephanie Grace
The Reading Writing Ratio How many words do you need to read to find inspiration to write one word? n/a

#5597:	April 03, 2013	by JACE
What's Your Comfort Zone? Make a decision to get involved with the many activities on Writing.Com. n/a

#5588:	March 27, 2013	by Sara♥Jean
How to Get Item Views One member asked how to get views for their items. Here are several ways! n/a

#5580:	March 20, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
The Three P's Do you know what the three P's of being a successful author are? n/a

#5568:	March 13, 2013	by Stephanie Grace
Three Big Keys The three biggest things to consider when reviewing --and some extras, of course. n/a

#5549:	March 06, 2013	by JACE
Benefits of a Master Plan You know where you want to be as a writer. But how do you get there? n/a

#5528:	February 19, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
Writer's Constipation Some ideas on how to satisfy your muse and unblock your writer's constipation. n/a

#5498:	February 05, 2013	by JACE
How Much Is Enough? When you need help on some technical aspect of WDC, how much help do you really need? n/a

#5495:	January 29, 2013	by Sara♥Jean
5 Things Every Newbie Should Know Here are five things I believe every newbie to WdC should know about the site. n/a

#5478:	January 22, 2013	by Tornado Dodger
Let's Learn Together They're not mistakes, they're learning blocks you've moved. n/a

#5451:	January 08, 2013	by JACE
Not Another Year Do you really want to make another new year's resolution? n/a

#5447:	January 01, 2013	by Sara♥Jean
Writing Resolutions Every new year, many people make resolutions. Let's make some writing resolutions you can actually keep. n/a

#5430:	December 25, 2012	by Tornado Dodger
Writers on Writing You can learn a lot from your fellow authors n/a

#5403:	December 04, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
Formatting Text One of the most awesome ways to add "white space" and otherwise make our items look great is by formatting the text. n/a

#5388:	November 27, 2012	by Tornado Dodger
Edit Your Way to Success “Editing is the very edge of your knowledge forced to grow--a test you can't cheat on.” ― S. Kelley Harrell n/a

#5362:	November 13, 2012	by JACE
Own Your Obsessions Do you know what it is that drives you on Writing.Com? n/a

#5358:	November 06, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
What's That Genre Mean - Final Part! The conclusion of the "What's That Genre Mean" series. n/a

#5341:	October 31, 2012	by Tornado Dodger
T.H.I.N.K. Before You Speak Are you considerate of others when you're interacting here and in real life? n/a

#5333:	October 24, 2012	by Stephanie Grace
Staying In Touch What do you do when you have inspiration, but not enough self? n/a

#5314:	October 17, 2012	by JACE
Stranger in a Strange Land Don't bite off more than you can chew. n/a

#5307:	October 10, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
What's That Genre Mean? Part 8 Yet another glance into WdC genres! n/a

#5293:	October 03, 2012	by Tornado Dodger
Statistics - Tools at your fingertips Do you use all the tools Writing.com has to offer? n/a

#5278:	September 26, 2012	by Stephanie Grace
Ready To Write A Novel? Are you ready to write your novel? Can you do it thirty days? Maybe you just need to prepare a bit... n/a

#5263:	September 19, 2012	by JACE
Tricks and Tips Featured tricks and tips from various Help forums. n/a

#5259:	September 12, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
What's That Genre Mean? Part 7 Yet another look at the genres of WdC, and how they should apply to your items. n/a

#5242:	September 05, 2012	by Tornado Dodger
Oh No, Don't Do That! Are you making any mistakes that cause your work not to be read? n/a

#5221:	August 22, 2012	by JACE
Member Classifications A short look at WDC's seven member classifications. n/a

#5214:	August 15, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
What's That Genre Mean? Part 6 A continued look into genres on WdC. Where should you put that item? n/a

#5194:	August 08, 2012	by Tornado Dodger
Are you a techie? Are you a techie? No, not a Trekkie, a techie? Do you love finding sites on the net to save you time? n/a

#5189:	August 01, 2012	by Stephanie Grace
Writing Groups A brief look at how a writing group can help you. n/a

#5175:	July 25, 2012	by JACE
Writing the 15-Minute Review: Part 2 Make a template to cover specific topics in your review. n/a

#5141:	July 18, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
What's That Genre Mean? Part 5 Continued look into genres on WdC. Where should you put that item? n/a

#5147:	July 11, 2012	by Tornado Dodger
Accepting Feedback Graciously Feedback [reviews] are the backbone of our community. It's important to accept them with an open mind. n/a

#5131:	July 04, 2012	by Stephanie Grace
Poetic Independence! Who says all poems need a form? Free yourself from syllabic constraints and rhyming restraints! n/a

#5119:	June 27, 2012	by JACE
Looking For Help in All the Right Places Don't be afraid to jump in or to ask for help. Just don't give up. n/a

#5114:	June 20, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
What's That Genre Mean? Part 4 Continued look into genres on WdC. Where should you put that item? n/a

#5093:	June 13, 2012	by Tornado Dodger
Building Your Vocabulary The value of building your vocabulary as a writer is priceless. n/a

#5088:	June 06, 2012	by Stephanie Grace
Welcome to Your Reality Who says reality is right? n/a

#5072:	May 30, 2012	by JACE
The 15-Minute Review: Part 1 Let's explore the possibility or writing a detailed review in fifteen minutes. n/a

#5065:	May 23, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
What's That Genre Mean? Part 3 Continued look into genres on WdC. Where should you put that item? n/a

#5052:	May 16, 2012	by Jeff
All Synonyms Are Not Created Equal The importance of knowing the true definition of a synonym before you use it. n/a

#5020:	May 02, 2012	by JACE
Cultivate a Writing {x}Ritual{/x} Habit Develop a habit of writing each and every day. n/a

#5015:	April 25, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
What's That Genre Mean? Part 2 Another look into the genres on WdC - continuing from where we left off. n/a

#4998:	April 18, 2012	by Tornado Dodger
Rules of Hyphenation Learn along with me, a selection of rules regarding hyphenation. n/a

#4990:	April 11, 2012	by Stephanie Grace
Glitches and Twitches A look at common misspellings. n/a

#4976:	April 04, 2012	by JACE
Growing Your Own Writer's Group Find a few select individuals with similar interst to help develop your writng skills. n/a

#4964:	March 28, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
What's That Genre Mean? Part 1 Every item asks you to pick a genre, but there are so many! How can you tell one from the other? n/a

#4946:	March 21, 2012	by Tornado Dodger
Five, Four, Three, Two, One Five easy tips to improve your writing. n/a

#4933:	March 14, 2012	by Stephanie Grace
Hi, My Name Is... This week, I thought we'd look at how to say 'hello' to visitors of our ports... n/a

#4912:	March 07, 2012	by JACE
Just Like the Rest of Us No matter who we are today on WDC, we all started out the same. n/a

#4910:	February 29, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
Internet Blues We have been relying on the internet so long, we feel almost crippled when it's down! Here are a few ways to keep going. n/a

#4893:	February 22, 2012	by Tornado Dodger
Which Word? Common Word Errors More commonly misused words. Do you make these mistakes in your writing? n/a

#4884:	February 15, 2012	by Stephanie Grace
Reviewing Of A Different Kind A look at Product Reviews. n/a

#4861:	February 08, 2012	by JACE
Will You Make It on Writing.Com? Become active on Writing.Com and make your writing experience the best it can be. n/a

#4851:	February 01, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
What is a Blog, Anyway? A little discussion about the widely popular past time of blogging. n/a

#4840:	January 25, 2012	by Tornado Dodger
Common Word Errors Do you make any of these common mistakes when you write? n/a

#4827:	January 18, 2012	by Stephanie Grace
Talking To Yourself There is inspiration and wisdom waiting for you; I hope my words can help you find it! n/a

#4814:	January 11, 2012	by JACE
Newsletters: Information for the Masses Both the official WDC and unofficial newsletters are worth seeking out. n/a

#4807:	January 04, 2012	by Sara♥Jean
New Year's Challenge - Try A New Genre Many of us are very dedicated to one genre or another. This is a challenge to try something new for the new year. n/a

#4790:	December 27, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
A New Year - A New Outlook Top Five Resolutions for Writers - Is one of your goals on this list? n/a

#4783:	December 20, 2011	by Stephanie Grace
Baring The Truth When sharing your words, should you write for you, honestly, or for your audience? n/a

#4765:	December 13, 2011	by JACE
Taking Stock Don't forget to look back to plan ahead. n/a

#4757:	December 06, 2011	by Sara♥Jean
Let It Snow! How to "Holiday-ize" your website experience, and join in on the fun. n/a

#4739:	November 29, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
More than a writing website. Writing.com is the community that gives back to its members. n/a

#4735:	November 22, 2011	by Stephanie Grace
Picture Perfect Images on a writing website? Yup, and they can be useful! n/a

#4721:	November 15, 2011	by JACE
Who Are You Telling? Talking about Writing.Com to others can be a great ice breaker. n/a

#4703:	November 08, 2011	by Sara♥Jean
What are GPs? A little information about GPs, how to get them, and what they are worth. n/a

#4689:	November 02, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
Reviewing, Rewriting & Respect Three important steps for any member to remember. n/a

#4688:	October 26, 2011	by Stephanie Grace
Who needs Hallmark? We have cNotes! Community notes (cNotes) are a simple way to brighten a friend's day. n/a

#4671:	October 19, 2011	by JACE
Quality Entries: A Judge's Thoughts A judge's perspective on quality contest entries continued in Part 2. n/a

#4659:	October 12, 2011	by Sara♥Jean
Campfire Creatives One of the most fun, but very underused, features of this site. n/a

#4645:	October 05, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
Secret Identities The most important reason for having a secret identity? Because it's fun! n/a

#4636:	September 28, 2011	by Stephanie Grace
Strength In Numbers What are groups and why do they matter? Community starts with family; find yours. ;-) n/a

#4621:	September 21, 2011	by JACE
Qualifying Entries: A Judge's Thoughts A judge's perspective on qualifying contest entries. n/a

#4612:	September 14, 2011	by Sara♥Jean
Writing with Passion Have you ever seen items that just move you to the core? Some others carry a true passion in their writing. Here's how! n/a

#4601:	September 07, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
Birthday Traditions Do you have a special birthday tradition? n/a

#4590:	August 31, 2011	by Stephanie Grace
Party in Your Brain; Are You Invited? Ever lose your inspiration after a paragraph or two? Oh, of course you have! Happens to the best of us, right? ;-) n/a

#4574:	August 24, 2011	by JACE
Feeling New Again Broaden your horizons with a type of writing. n/a

#4560:	August 17, 2011	by Sara♥Jean
Beating Writer's Block That Writer's Block can be such a pain! Here are some ways to combat it. n/a

#4549:	August 10, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
The Five Rules Sharing my five rules to being a better author. Do you have your own rules? Share them! n/a

#4534:	August 03, 2011	by Stephanie Grace
Portfolio Ornagzitoin Welcome people to your port by putting your best foot forward and keeping everything accessible and understandable. n/a

#4519:	July 27, 2011	by JACE
Testimonials: By You and For You Inspiration can come from anywhere--maybe even from someone else's inspiration. n/a

#4515:	July 20, 2011	by Sara♥Jean
Community and Groups When a part of a website, does the community of people around you REALLY matter? n/a

#4498:	July 13, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
The Daily Grind of Writing Writing is hard work and like some of these famous authors, you must truly enjoy your job. n/a

#4492:	July 06, 2011	by Stephanie Grace
The Almighty Dollar --Err... Gift Point Knowing what GPs are and how to use them can take a bit of time to get used to; let's try and make it simple, shall we? n/a

#4474:	June 29, 2011	by JACE
Writing.Com 101: Help Yourself The definitive reference guide for Writing.Com is available to all. Check it out; you might be surprised what's inside. n/a

#4467:	June 22, 2011	by Sara♥Jean
Copyright? What? We all see the (c) Copyright symbol at the bottom of every page. What does it mean, really? n/a

#4450:	June 15, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
Thinking Outside The Box We're told to "think outside the box" all the time, but how exactly do we do that? n/a

#4439:	June 08, 2011	by Stephanie Grace
WritingML: Not just for looks! In my last news letter, we explored manipulating text with WritingML, this time, we're delving deeper. n/a

#4423:	June 01, 2011	by THANKFUL SONALI Library Class!
From Newbie to Oldbie - Bridging the Gap Newbies feel overwhelmed, confused, excited, shy - and oldbies do their best to help out! n/a

#4411:	May 25, 2011	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Put your best foot - and words - forward Weave your words into verse or prose, fiction or fact, of which you are proud, then dress it up and - showtime! n/a

#4396:	May 18, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
Build Your Audience Make sure you're making every effort to introduce yourself to your new fans. n/a

#4392:	May 11, 2011	by Stephanie Grace
Stylizing with WritingML Want to add some visual appeal or a dash of personal touch to your item? WritingML does that and much more! n/a

#4376:	May 04, 2011	by Fyn
Seeng the Trees for the Forest Learning to read deeply n/a

#4356:	April 27, 2011	by Crys-not really here
What is Review Cheating? A look at the practice of review cheating n/a

#4351:	April 20, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
Why am I not getting any reviews? Are you presenting your work in the best possible light? n/a

#4340:	April 13, 2011	by Cubby
Stuck in the Mud What's causing your wheels to spin? n/a

#4329:	April 06, 2011	by Sara♥Jean
"Tough-Love" Reviews The things you need to consider when giving a review of an item that may get a low rating from you. n/a

#4312:	March 30, 2011	by Sara♥Jean
Colons and Semicolons My last newsletter covered commas. As promised, this time I am covering the use of colons and semicolons. n/a

#4299:	March 23, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
Earn GP's through Community Involvement Need Gift Points? Community Involvement is the Key n/a

#4289:	March 16, 2011	by Cubby
Inspiration through Imitation Imitation teaches one to experiment. n/a

#4281:	March 09, 2011	by Jay's debut novel is out now!
Getting the Word Out It's not enough just to post your items and hope for feedback. Here are some suggestions to get noticed! n/a

#4261:	March 02, 2011	by Sara♥Jean
Commas, Commas, and more Commas Do commas frustrate you so much that your muse wants to go into a coma and never re-awaken? Let's hope this helps a bit. n/a

#4254:	February 23, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
Ideanary? What's that? Are you familiar with Writing.com's creative tools? Look inside to learn more about the Ideanary! n/a

#4241:	February 16, 2011	by Cubby
Over-Exposure? Exposure means promotion. n/a

#4223:	February 09, 2011	by THANKFUL SONALI Library Class!
Writing Dot Com - the Comfort Zone Hone the old, try the new! Go beyond writing, to sharing! n/a

#4218:	February 02, 2011	by Jay's debut novel is out now!
Forward Motion Inertia is a two-way condition. n/a

#4200:	January 26, 2011	by Tornado Dodger
Avoid Repeating Words Did you know just about every writer has a certain word or phrase they lean or rely on a little too much? n/a

#4186:	January 19, 2011	by Crys-not really here
Hey You! Just Be You! What's the best way to get noticed on Writing.com? Just be yourself. n/a

#4179:	January 12, 2011	by Sara♥Jean
Do You Want to be a "Writer"? Many want to write, but most do not know how to begin. Here are just a few pointers to help you at least get started. n/a

#4168:	January 05, 2011	by Jay's debut novel is out now!
More, More, More... I know, I know, it's resolution time. This year's goals? More, more, more... reading, rating, reviewing and... writing! n/a

#4154:	December 28, 2010	by Tornado Dodger
Celebrating the New Year New Year's Day is a time for celebration and for customs to ensure good luck in the coming year. n/a

#4146:	December 21, 2010	by THANKFUL SONALI Library Class!
You Don't Need to be a Native Speaker! Newbies! Don't worry if English isn't your first language! Go ahead and WRITE! n/a

#4127:	December 14, 2010	by Shannon
New Beginnings When the door to one year closes, another one opens, and the possibilities are endless n/a

#4116:	December 07, 2010	by Jay's debut novel is out now!
Cold Feet? Why do we as writers have any trepidation about sharing our work? n/a

#4097:	November 30, 2010	by Tornado Dodger
The Benefits of Journaling Consistently writing in a journal can reveal hopes, fears, goals, dreams, and values, not to mention reduce stress. n/a

#4093:	November 23, 2010	by Cubby
WDC Newsletters Free tips, advice, and inspiration found in all our WDC newsletters. Sign up today! n/a

#4083:	November 16, 2010	by Melissa is fashionably late!
What good is...? What can I use each of the item types for? n/a

#4069:	November 09, 2010	by Jay's debut novel is out now!
The Other Kind of Ratings Content Ratings can be complex, but using them correctly will help you direct traffic in your Portfolio! n/a

#4053:	November 03, 2010	by Tornado Dodger
Words have power. What do yours say? Your words have the power to touch millions of people, of all ages, all over the world. So what are you saying to them? n/a

#4040:	October 27, 2010	by Cubby
Stepping Out Challenge yourself to step out of that comfort zone! n/a

#4032:	October 20, 2010	by Jay's debut novel is out now!
It's All in How You View It... The best way to get views and reviews is to put your best foot forward... or, as the case may be, your Portfolio! n/a

#4018:	October 13, 2010	by Melissa is fashionably late!
Why Should I Upgrade? Exploring Writing.Com with a free membership is great, but here is why you should upgrade your membership. n/a

#4005:	October 06, 2010	by Tornado Dodger
Is Writer's Block a Myth? What motivates you to write? Do you have creative exercises to get your muse moving? n/a

#3976:	September 22, 2010	by Crys-not really here
Dealing with Reviews Congratulations, you've received your first review! Now what? n/a

#3970:	September 15, 2010	by Jay's debut novel is out now!
Community Within A Community Finding your place in the Writing.Com community is easier than it sounds! A few places to begin... n/a

#3953:	September 08, 2010	by Tornado Dodger
Learning Linking Everywhere you look activities require you to "link" your submission. Do you know how? n/a

#3946:	September 01, 2010	by Cubby
What Genre Should I Choose? Don't box yourself into one specific genre. Branch out and experiment alittle. n/a

#3933:	August 25, 2010	by Fyn
C'mon in! The Water is Fine. Encouraging new members to join in, ask questions and be a part of this place we call home! n/a

#3918:	August 18, 2010	by Tornado Dodger
Three Stars = Average Explanation of the star rating system and advice on responding to reviews. n/a

#3902:	August 11, 2010	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Notice Me! I've Something to Show You! The WDC Neighborhood welcomes new members daily ~ getting noticed is as easy as opening your welcoming portfolio n/a

#3887:	August 04, 2010	by Cubby
Out of Ideas? Is your Idea tank empty? Stop here for a refill! n/a

#3882:	July 28, 2010	by esprit
Boston Baked Beans Make the brief description the hook to pull the reader in. n/a

#3865:	July 21, 2010	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Open house or by invitation~your choice You decide who sees what in your portfolio ~and how you present your work invites readers to visit and comment n/a

#3851:	July 14, 2010	by Tornado Dodger
Reviewing is Fun-damental! Reviewing is rewarding in many ways and all you need is time and the desire to share your opinion. n/a

#3839:	July 07, 2010	by Cubby
This & That for Newbies First questions Newbies tend to ask. n/a

#3834:	June 30, 2010	by esprit
Read to Learn to Write If you don't hook a reader right in the beginning of the book, you might not hook them at all. n/a

#3812:	June 23, 2010	by Crys-not really here
The Role of Moderators at WDC What do moderators do, anyway? n/a

#3808:	June 16, 2010	by Leger~
Bid Click A short explanation of how to bid for advertising space. n/a

#3786:	June 09, 2010	by Cubby
Beginnings The first paragraph of a story should be unsettling enough for the reader to want to read more. n/a

#3773:	June 02, 2010	by esprit
How Do I Create My Item? If you wonder why no one is reading your item, make sure you've filled in the genre information. n/a

#3758:	May 26, 2010	by Crys-not really here
Revising with the Reader in Mind Sometimes, it's not enough to just change grammar and punctuation. n/a

#3729:	May 19, 2010	by THANKFUL SONALI Library Class!
Handle With Care! How do folks use a 'handle', in a community of writers? How do you, as a member of Writing Dot Com, respond? n/a

#3732:	May 12, 2010	by Cubby
Tidbits for Newbies Advice to to newbies along with links, quotes, recommendations and writing prompt. Selected items written by newbies are also featured along with feedback from readers. n/a

#3713:	May 05, 2010	by esprit
WdC Newport Upgrade If you have questions or find an issue with the upgrades, make this forum a fan/favorite and post here. n/a

#3674:	April 21, 2010	by Crys-not really here


#3662:	April 14, 2010	by Cubby


#3654:	April 07, 2010	by esprit
{x}Shouldn't you be working?{/x} A duplicate n/a

#3655:	April 07, 2010	by esprit
Shouldn't you be working? A list of gadgets to keep us focused on writing. n/a

#3653:	April 07, 2010	by esprit


#3622:	March 31, 2010	by Crys-not really here


#3630:	March 24, 2010	by Kate - Writing & Reading


#3619:	March 17, 2010	by Fyn


#3574:	March 10, 2010	by esprit
Do Real Men Read Instructions? Read the FAQ's, explore the menu lists, click on portfolio cases and look around. n/a

#3553:	February 24, 2010	by Crys-not really here


#3562:	February 17, 2010	by Cubby


#3531:	February 10, 2010	by esprit
Describing the Five Senses: sights, etc There are few words for describing taste and smells. Here's a list of sorts and a few exercises to help you practice. n/a

#3539:	February 03, 2010	by esprit
What is Character Arc? Everyone says you need to have a character arc, but they don't say how to do it. What is a character arc anyway? n/a

#3524:	January 27, 2010	by Diane


#3509:	January 20, 2010	by Cubby


#3473:	January 13, 2010	by esprit
Test Characters Emotions by Freewriting He might not be the person you thought he was going to be, but he will be real. n/a

#3454:	December 30, 2009	by THANKFUL SONALI Library Class!
Through Thick and Thin Writers need to be thick-skinned. And thin-skinned. Put those together, you get - "THINK" skinned! n/a

#3460:	December 23, 2009	by Cubby


#3437:	December 16, 2009	by esprit
It Takes a Village 'Profiling Characters' What good does it do the beginning writer if they don't know which questions to ask? n/a

#3415:	December 02, 2009	by Kate - Writing & Reading


#3409:	November 25, 2009	by Cubby


#3394:	November 18, 2009	by esprit
Getting to Know the site and the Lingo I clicked on search to find a forum, but my forum doesn't come up. Why not? n/a

#3368:	November 04, 2009	by Kate - Writing & Reading


#3358:	October 28, 2009	by Cubby


#3345:	October 21, 2009	by esprit
NanoWrimo Excitement! Your NanoCounter helps you keep track of how many words you've written for this year's NanoNovel. n/a

#3331:	October 14, 2009	by A Non-Existent User


#3296:	October 07, 2009	by Shannon
The Ethic of Reciprocity n/a

#3301:	September 30, 2009	by Cubby


#3287:	September 23, 2009	by esprit
Sustainable Writing--One Scene at a Time When I hear a new writer announce he's writing a novel, I admire him-then I sympathize. He has a rocky hill to climb. n/a

#3273:	September 16, 2009	by A Non-Existent User


#3234:	September 09, 2009	by esprit
A Reminder of What WDC Means to Us This once in a lifetime date, 09-09-09, is also WDC's 9th year birthday month.Let's not take it for granted. n/a

#3254:	September 02, 2009	by Cubby


#3219:	August 26, 2009	by esprit
Flash is a Good Teacher There's no room for wandering, for extra details or to wait to 'get to the good part later'. n/a

#3225:	August 19, 2009	by A Non-Existent User


#3204:	August 12, 2009	by esprit
Don't Take Criticism Personally. If you can detach yourself from the writing, you'll see that it's not you on the page, even if it is your life story. n/a

#3200:	August 05, 2009	by Cubby


#3185:	July 29, 2009	by esprit
Why You Should Subscribe to the NL's WDC offers thirteen newsletters each week offering help to writers. tips, hints and examples in each one. n/a

#3165:	July 15, 2009	by Kate - Writing & Reading


#3150:	July 08, 2009	by Cubby


#3136:	July 01, 2009	by esprit
Yes, Spelling and Grammar Matters You want your reviewers to read your story with a sharp eye, looking for story elements and content, not fixing errors. n/a

#3121:	June 24, 2009	by A Non-Existent User


#3109:	June 17, 2009	by Turkey DrumStik


#3105:	June 10, 2009	by Cubby


#3079:	June 03, 2009	by esprit
Simple Review Guidelines This is a basic guideline for members who feel they don't have enough knowledge to review other writers. n/a

#3073:	May 27, 2009	by A Non-Existent User


#3057:	May 20, 2009	by esprit
Asking For Reviews You have decided you want someone to read and review your writing. What should you give them? n/a

#3053:	May 13, 2009	by Cubby


#3029:	May 06, 2009	by esprit
Membership Types: Premium, Upgraded, etc I could have written a full letter on the value of a premium membership, but I thought it best to let others do it. n/a

#3017:	April 29, 2009	by A Non-Existent User


#2985:	April 22, 2009	by esprit
First Step, Learn the Basics All stories, whether horror fiction or historical fantasy, use the same basic structure. A beginning, middle and end. n/a

#3002:	April 15, 2009	by Cubby


#2961:	April 08, 2009	by esprit
Don't Hesitate to Toot Your Own Horn! What's shameful of being proud of your writing? n/a

#2974:	April 01, 2009	by A Non-Existent User


#2947:	March 25, 2009	by esprit
Think revision is just fixing commas? That's proofreading. Proofreading too early will just be putting a clean band-aid on a dirty wound. n/a

#2952:	March 18, 2009	by Cubby


#2930:	March 11, 2009	by esprit
The Cluttered Path A reader becomes lost when word clutter is so dense he is forced to backtrack to find the point. n/a

#2917:	March 04, 2009	by A Non-Existent User


#2904:	February 25, 2009	by esprit
Four + One Main Concerns A writer's main concern is to impress the reader. "Did you like it?" n/a

#2893:	February 18, 2009	by Cubby


#2877:	February 11, 2009	by esprit
Can I Make Changes To My Port? Stop! Don't touch that delete link! I know these technical letters aren't as much fun to read as who's spoonin' who, n/a

#2875:	February 04, 2009	by A Non-Existent User


#2850:	January 28, 2009	by esprit
Take the Time to Rewrite Revising/rewriting. This is how your good idea takes shape and becomes a good story. n/a

#2842:	January 21, 2009	by Cubby


#2828:	January 14, 2009	by esprit
What Do You Really Want? Begin easy and enjoy your time learning. It's a long road to publication, and you have time - don't rush it. n/a

#2810:	January 07, 2009	by A Non-Existent User


#2803:	December 31, 2008	by Kate - Writing & Reading


#2792:	December 24, 2008	by Cubby


#2782:	December 17, 2008	by esprit
Questions From Members. To be noticed, read, reviewed, and rewarded for your work you must take it into your own hands n/a

#2748:	December 03, 2008	by spidey


#2738:	November 26, 2008	by Cubby


#2720:	November 19, 2008	by esprit
Have A Question? Need Some Help? I've heard through the grapevine that some of you are overwhelmed at the size of Writing.Com. n/a

#2716:	November 12, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2687:	October 29, 2008	by Cubby


#2674:	October 22, 2008	by esprit
Useful Tips on Procrastination Without a job to put off, procrastination has no purpose. n/a

#2666:	October 15, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2650:	October 08, 2008	by esprit
WDC is Huge and Confusing. It can be hard to find what you're looking for in the first few days. Two places hold almost everything you'll need. n/a

#2640:	October 01, 2008	by Cubby


#2623:	September 24, 2008	by esprit
Have You Thought About Screenwriting? Why not give it a try? I've read that entering contests are the way to get noticed, winning or not. n/a

#2620:	September 17, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2601:	September 10, 2008	by esprit
Honest Opinions Each member has their own take on how best to review, and writers will decide if they're useful or not. n/a

#2581:	September 03, 2008	by Cubby


#2572:	August 27, 2008	by esprit
WDC Power Search vs WWW Google A plus for using power search is the opportunity for instant interaction with the authors; can't do that with Google. n/a

#2568:	August 20, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2551:	August 13, 2008	by esprit
Writing Terminology You may come across them occasionally among a reviewer's comments and not understand clearly what they mean. n/a

#2538:	August 06, 2008	by Cubby


#2524:	July 30, 2008	by esprit
What Kind of Parent Will You Be? Learning to write is a lot like learning to parent. Neither is easy and there are reams of advice available. n/a

#2522:	July 23, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2498:	July 16, 2008	by esprit
Finding the Perfect Match Every writer has questions and every writer has answers, the topic of this newsletter is helping them find each other. n/a

#2472:	July 09, 2008	by Cubby


#2473:	July 02, 2008	by esprit
News We can Use-Writer Beware Paying publishers and agents don't come looking for you. If they do, hang onto your wallet. n/a

#2470:	June 25, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2450:	June 18, 2008	by esprit
Become a better Reviewer/Writer Know the rule, and know what effect you are creating by breaking it. Such an action should never be an accident. n/a

#2445:	June 11, 2008	by Cubby


#2423:	June 04, 2008	by esprit
Fill in Your Bio Block Your BioBlock is the welcome mat you lay out for the visitors to your portfolio. n/a

#2413:	May 28, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2403:	May 21, 2008	by esprit
Get Your Groove Back! Would you like to know what will help you? It's something I've never seen advised in any 'how to' books, but it works. n/a

#2396:	May 14, 2008	by Cubby


#2359:	May 07, 2008	by esprit


#2363:	April 30, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2349:	April 23, 2008	by Melissa is fashionably late!


#2340:	April 16, 2008	by Cubby


#2321:	April 09, 2008	by esprit


#2308:	April 02, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2302:	March 26, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2284:	March 19, 2008	by Cubby


#2268:	March 12, 2008	by esprit


#2262:	March 05, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2249:	February 27, 2008	by NanoWriMo2018 Into the Earth


#2236:	February 20, 2008	by Cubby


#2204:	February 13, 2008	by esprit


#2211:	February 06, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2195:	January 30, 2008	by esprit


#2191:	January 23, 2008	by Cubby


#2172:	January 16, 2008	by esprit


#2164:	January 09, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2150:	January 02, 2008	by Puditat


#2142:	December 26, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#2125:	December 19, 2007	by Puditat


#2105:	December 12, 2007	by Cubby


#2093:	December 05, 2007	by esprit


#2089:	November 28, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#2074:	November 21, 2007	by Puditat


#2060:	November 14, 2007	by Cubby


#2054:	November 07, 2007	by NaNoKit


#2037:	October 31, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#2020:	October 24, 2007	by Puditat


#2010:	October 17, 2007	by Cubby


#1998:	October 10, 2007	by Kate - Writing & Reading


#1983:	October 03, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1972:	September 26, 2007	by Puditat


#1957:	September 19, 2007	by Cubby


#1937:	September 12, 2007	by esprit


#1929:	September 05, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1911:	August 29, 2007	by Puditat


#1883:	August 22, 2007	by Cubby


#1887:	August 15, 2007	by esprit


#1877:	August 08, 2007	by esprit


#1862:	August 01, 2007	by Puditat


#1851:	July 25, 2007	by Cubby


#1832:	July 18, 2007	by esprit
The Dreaded Slush File Your slush pile can be a good thing. Somewhere in that pile of papers may be the outline of a first published novel. n/a

#1827:	July 11, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1809:	July 04, 2007	by Puditat


#1798:	June 27, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1783:	June 20, 2007	by Puditat


#1761:	June 13, 2007	by Cubby


#1749:	June 06, 2007	by esprit
I Can Do That! Writing short articles for magazines sure does look easy, doesn't it? n/a

#1740:	May 30, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1725:	May 23, 2007	by Puditat


#1716:	May 16, 2007	by Cubby


#1700:	May 09, 2007	by esprit
Writing Tips and Resources links Writing.com is about sharing. Many wonderful authors on site share their experiences and their knowledge. n/a

#1687:	May 02, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1671:	April 25, 2007	by Puditat


#1661:	April 18, 2007	by Cubby


#1646:	April 11, 2007	by esprit
Are You a Reader? You have to be a prolific reader to write well, but you don't have to be a prolific writer to read well. n/a

#1633:	April 04, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1622:	March 28, 2007	by Puditat


#1613:	March 21, 2007	by Cubby


#1593:	March 14, 2007	by esprit
Weather Reporters Have you ever heard the words 'weather report' and wondered what it meant in relation to writing? n/a

#1538:	March 07, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1569:	February 28, 2007	by Puditat


#1559:	February 21, 2007	by Cubby


#1541:	February 14, 2007	by esprit
Dear Me, that hurts! Ergonomics may be a new word for many of you, but it's one we need to learn if we intend to finish a book--without pain. n/a

#1537:	February 07, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1516:	January 31, 2007	by Puditat


#1507:	January 24, 2007	by Cubby


#1488:	January 17, 2007	by esprit
The Purpose of This Newsletter The Newbie Newsletters are geared toward hints and tips on how to get around and do things. n/a

#1486:	January 10, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1468:	January 03, 2007	by Puditat


#1457:	December 27, 2006	by Cubby


#1437:	December 20, 2006	by esprit
Novice Reviewers Learning to critique is the other side of learning to write. n/a

#1435:	December 13, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1414:	December 06, 2006	by Puditat


#1397:	November 29, 2006	by Cubby


#1385:	November 22, 2006	by esprit
Testimonials Do you enjoy and appreciate Writing.Com? Send Your Testimonial! n/a

#1381:	November 15, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1365:	November 08, 2006	by Puditat


#1353:	November 01, 2006	by Cubby


#1333:	October 25, 2006	by esprit
In-Depth Reviewing If you want to help a writer's story become publishable, in-depth reviews are the only way to go. n/a

#1330:	October 18, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1311:	October 11, 2006	by Puditat


#1299:	October 04, 2006	by Past Member 'zwisis'


#1273:	September 27, 2006	by esprit
Keep Practicing! Some good work is ruined with too much 'correcting', but natural talent also needs to learn refining and discipline. n/a

#1280:	September 20, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1260:	September 13, 2006	by Puditat


#1244:	September 06, 2006	by Cubby


#1237:	August 30, 2006	by esprit
Sharpen the Hook The opening is your one shot to have your work taken seriously. It has to hook the reader. n/a

#1227:	August 23, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1204:	August 16, 2006	by Puditat


#1194:	August 09, 2006	by Cubby


#1178:	August 02, 2006	by esprit


#1177:	July 26, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1150:	July 19, 2006	by Puditat


#1143:	July 12, 2006	by Cubby


#1124:	July 05, 2006	by esprit
Match the Rate with the Review I would rather receive low rates now, in the learning stage, than have them plastered all over Barnes & Noble web page. n/a

#1125:	June 28, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1102:	June 21, 2006	by Puditat


#1097:	June 14, 2006	by Cubby


#1081:	June 07, 2006	by esprit
Which Way Does Your Money Flow? The golden rule of publishing is simple: Money flows from the market to the writer, not the other way around. n/a

#1073:	May 31, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1050:	May 24, 2006	by Puditat


#1047:	May 17, 2006	by Cubby


#1026:	May 10, 2006	by esprit


#1020:	May 03, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#999:	April 26, 2006	by Puditat


#991:	April 19, 2006	by Cubby


#974:	April 12, 2006	by esprit
Enter Contests to Become a Better Writer Those of you who need ideas will find contests wonderful in loosening your imagination. n/a

#969:	April 05, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#949:	March 29, 2006	by Puditat


#935:	March 22, 2006	by Cubby


#923:	March 15, 2006	by esprit
Questions and Answers If you have a question about WdC and can't find the answer, you can post it on n/a

#922:	March 08, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#906:	March 01, 2006	by Puditat


#895:	February 22, 2006	by Cubby


#880:	February 15, 2006	by esprit
SITE NAVIGATION This is for those new members, and those who haven't completely mastered all the ins and outs of navigating the site. n/a

#874:	February 08, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#854:	February 01, 2006	by Puditat


#848:	January 25, 2006	by Cubby


#847:	January 25, 2006	by Cubby


#827:	January 18, 2006	by esprit


#825:	January 11, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#803:	January 04, 2006	by Puditat


#786:	December 28, 2005	by Cubby


#779:	December 21, 2005	by esprit


#773:	December 14, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#756:	December 07, 2005	by Puditat


#742:	November 30, 2005	by Cubby


#727:	November 23, 2005	by esprit


#721:	November 16, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#702:	November 09, 2005	by Puditat


#685:	November 02, 2005	by Cubby


#676:	October 26, 2005	by esprit


#673:	October 19, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#653:	October 12, 2005	by Puditat


#639:	October 05, 2005	by Cubby


#635:	September 28, 2005	by esprit


#613:	September 21, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#609:	September 14, 2005	by Puditat


#591:	September 07, 2005	by Cubby


#579:	August 31, 2005	by esprit


#577:	August 24, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#557:	August 17, 2005	by Puditat


#543:	August 10, 2005	by Cubby


#529:	August 03, 2005	by esprit


#526:	July 27, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#505:	July 20, 2005	by Puditat


#495:	July 13, 2005	by Cubby