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Noticing Newbies: June 07, 2023 Issue [#11998]




 This week: I'm here! Now what?
  Edited by: Creeper Of The Realm Author IconMail Icon
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1. About this Newsletter
2. A Word from our Sponsor
3. Letter from the Editor
4. Editor's Picks
5. A Word from Writing.Com
6. Ask & Answer
7. Removal instructions

About This Newsletter

You can learn new things at any time in your life if you're willing to be a beginner. If you actually learn to like being a beginner, the whole world opens up to you.
~ Barbara Sher

In the beginner's mind there are many possibilities, in the expert's mind there are few.
~ Shunryu Suzuki


Artistry is important. Skill, hard work, rewriting, editing, and careful, careful craft: All of these are necessary. These are what separate the beginners from experienced artists.
~ Sarah Kay



Hi, everyone!
I'm Gaby and I'm your guest editor for this issue of the Noticing Newbies Newsletter.



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Letter from the editor

Hello, new members of Writing.com!

Before I dive fully into this particular newsletter, I'd like to make you aware of "Horror/Scary Newsletter (May 31, 2023)Open in new Window. because it barely has anything to do with horror but a lot to do with your writing and expectations.

If you have joined the site within the past six months, even a year, most of us will consider you a new member because Writing.com is unlike anything you've ever seen! It isn't just a simple site for writers to share their writing, it's a web of its own where - trust me on this because I've done it many times over the years! - you can get lost and forget what you were doing in the first place. There is no other site like this. For many of us, this is our home away from home. And for a good reason.

One thing we all have in common is the love for writing. We are writers, poets, artists, creators, full of imagination, and we need an outlet, a place to let our muses roam free. To explore, to learn, to find inspiration. If that is what you're looking for then you've found your second home. And it's big! It might sounds a bit scary and intimidating but it shouldn't. Because, well, home.

It can feel a bit overwhelming when joining the site, and we all get it. You might get bombarded with links - other than the ones your page is already surrounded with - but you can do this at your pace. Your first step is introduction, just to dip your toe in the water, which can be done over at "Noticing NewbiesOpen in new Window., then share your writing. Now that might be scary.

You know you have a story to tell, a poem to write, something to say to the world. Do it! You'll get reviews on your written pieces and that will open your eyes to what this place really is. Helpful at every corner. You can also request a review from someone if you click on the following link: https://www.writing.com/main/authors/action/reviewers. You can also find it under the Community tab on the left hand side. Click on that, which will open up a pop up window. Find the Request a Review tab and it will take you to the same page. Granted, these require an incentive in order to do a review. If you do not wish to take that route, feel free to post your written item in "The Shameless "Plug" PageOpen in new Window.. Mind your item rating. Anything over 18+ should be posted here: "The GC+ Shameless "Plug" PageOpen in new Window..

You can also go the simpler route and simply post it on the Newsfeed. Left side, forth tab. Click on it and it will take you there. Every item created on the site - writing items are considered Static Items - gets its own number. Once your written piece is saved, the page displayed will show the title of your item, below that will say By followed by your name, and underneath that, you'll see the rating and selected genres, with a # and number right next to it. That is your items number. To post that, you'll simply type {bitem:XXXXXX}, replace the X's with that particular number, and then share it. Most times, the site will automatically show the number for your most recent creation. You can click on that and it will do the same thing. Yes, a bit overwhelming, but once learned, it's like riding a bike.

If your curiosity got the better of you and you're wondering about the different color cases accompanied by different names, those are all members of the site. The following will give you further explanation: "Noticing Newbies Newsletter (May 10, 2023)Open in new Window.

You might have seen links for contests and activities around the site. Those are all created by the people who, just like you, joined the site and like to give back to the community, to create inspiration, a challenge. Our muses can never get enough of that.

There are many links surrounding your current screen, I'm sure. You can't break anything by clicking on them. Do it. I'm also positive that you've got emails about how to navigate the site, but if you ever feel stuck, don't hesitate to ask any one of us. If we don't ask, we may never know the answer to our question, simple as they may be.

Here are a few new members I've gotten to know in the past few months and I hope you enjoy seeing their progress on the site as much as I do.

Dave Ryan Author Icon
cenvil Author Icon
227mastodons
Natalie Rushman Author Icon
kriselda
Penelope Moonbeam Author Icon

Just click on their case and it will take you straight to their portfolio! They started out just like me and you. Check out their writing and see how far they've come.


'til next time!
~ Gaby *WitchHat*


Editor's Picks

FORUM
Chapter One  Open in new Window. (18+)
Write the first chapter of a book, inspired by the prompt.
#2251577 by Cubby Author IconMail Icon


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The Best Review Contest Open in new Window. (E)
ROUND 4 OPEN! Can you give the best in-depth review? Amazon GC & 125K+ GPs in prizes!
#1287469 by .Jeremy. Author IconMail Icon


FORUM
SENIOR CENTER FORUM Open in new Window. (ASR)
The Place for Seniors!
#427318 by NaNoKit Author IconMail Icon


FORUM
The Tavern ~ Sit for a while and chat Open in new Window. (18+)
Feel free to share your opinion, ask questions, post your writing to get more attention.
#2295582 by Creeper Of The Realm Author IconMail Icon


FORUM
Question of the Day! Open in new Window. (18+)
Come answer a question, share a laugh, encourage one another, and bring me a coffee!
#2142667 by Lilli voted early.🧿 ☕ Author IconMail Icon



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This item number is not valid.
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STATIC
Ruby Chocolate Muffins (Vegan) Open in new Window. (E)
Story with recipe: Won 2nd place in Sharmelle's Recipe Kitchen Contest, December 2022
#2286161 by Nobody’s Home Author IconMail Icon


 Heist - 7. Employees Only Open in new Window. (13+)
Blair didn't come alone to pick up the artwork. He brought a couple of wise guys.
#2296725 by Timothy Michael Author IconMail Icon


  Fishing on Opening Day with Jo Tow Open in new Window. (E)
Children's E-book. A comical story about my first fishing trip.
#2296721 by Joseph Author IconMail Icon

 
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