Noticing Newbies 1. About this Newsletter 2. A Word from our Sponsor 3. Letter from the Editor 4. Editor's Picks 5. A Word from Writing.Com 6. Ask & Answer 7. Removal instructions Welcome to the Noticing Newbies Newsletter! Our goal is to showcase some of our newest Writing.Com Authors and their items. From poetry and stories to creative polls and interactives, we'll bring you a wide variety of items to enjoy. We will also feature "how to" advice and items that will help to jump start the creation process on Writing.com We hope all members of the site will take the time to read, rate, review and welcome our new authors. By introducing ourselves, reviewing items and reaching out, we will not only make them feel at home within our community, we just might make new friends! Your editor this week: outlawpoet Passionate about writing? Take your passion to new heights - with an online Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, available only from top ranked National University. Choose workshops based on your interests. Work with experienced and published faculty. Prepare for a variety of career opportunities. Use a state-of-the art online system: Study where and when you want. Click here to get more information! Noticing Newbies Contest Winners! The members of the Noticing Newbies Committee spent days voting on the best Newbie Bio Blocks out there. There were so many great entries and decisions were tough! Finally, we decided upon the following winners: 1st place - 2nd place - Jewel 3rd place - psyder Honorable Mentions - Unschooler iren isobelcole kayalindiwe brony Congratulations!!! I'm also very happy to tell you that the new contest is now open!!! This month's topic: Scavenger Hunt. The Scavenger Hunt sends our Newest authors all over the site in a search for information. Give it try and win some terrific prizes in the process!
Each month, the job of choosing Newbies to feature in the Newsletter is both difficult and pleasurable. You see, there are often so many high caliber pieces that it's terribly hard to narrow it down to just a few. This month I've tried to feature work that is both unusual and emotional. I hope you enjoy these picks. This piece delves into joyous memories and the sadness of the every day existence of an old man.
An unusual view of the art of poetic expression.
The unique joys of motherhood are expressed with vivid and colorful imagery.
A tale of love and loss is beautifully told.
I loved the language and imagery of this piece!
Though short, this piece is full of extremely vivid description. The author places you squarely in the mind of his character and doesn't release you until the end!
The style of this piece is unusual. Although a challenging read, it is ultimately satisfying. A wonderful tale!
To me, this little poem seemed to typify Spring. It has soft emotions with touches of joy.
An unusual mix of Science Fiction and religion, this piece kept my attention from the first word to the last.
This marvelous little tale has a wonderful message and leaves you with a warm glow.
Although this story takes place at Christmas time, the lesson it teaches is valid all year round.
Submit an item for consideration in this newsletter! http://www.Writing.Com/main/newsletters.php?action=nli_form Have an opinion on what you've read here today? Then send the Editor feedback! Find an item that you think would be perfect for showcasing here? Submit it for consideration in the newsletter! http://www.Writing.Com/main/newsletters.php?action=nli_form Don't forget to support our sponsor! %%NL_AD_BOT%% When reading through many of the discussion groups, I often see some of our newer members asking for reviews. So what are the best ways to get your items rated and reviewed? First and foremost - Rate and Review! That's right! Get out there and read, rate, and review other author's work. Make your reviews both friendly and helpful and many people will give you the courtesy of reviewing your work in return. Although there is no requirement to return a review for one given, most people do try to take the time to visit the ports of those kind enough to rate their work. Second - Review forums! Go to a review forum and plug your work. Again, try to take the time to r&r some of the other work posted there. I've listed a few review forums for you below. These are open to new authors and some are only open to Newbies. Check these out when you get the chance!
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