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Contests & Activities: July 23, 2008 Issue [#2497]

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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

Hi! It's me, Leger~ Author Icon stopping in here with a quick article. I hope you don't mind a guest editor.
I promise I won't put my feet up on the furniture. *Laugh*


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Letter from the editor

If you've been in my port, you know I run a few contests throughout the year. I'm asked once in a while, about what makes a good contest.
Here are a few tips or ideas I would like to share:

*Idea* Contests should be challenging! If it only takes five minutes for a member to enter, did they really earn the prize? Challenging doesn't always mean complicated. It can mean the contestant has to try hard to win a prize.

*Idea* Rules should be simple and easy to understand. If you have more than ten rules and each rule has more than twenty words, you've lost your contestants. Simple, concise rules make the contest easier to enter AND to judge.

*Idea* Keep your format simple. Too many bells and whistles confuse the contestant. Limit the amount of images and emoticons used. *Smile*

*Idea* "I don't know what kind of contest to do!" Look around the site. Try to think of a twist that would make your contest unique. I haven't seen a contest based on a crossword or wordsearch item. Couldn't the clues/questions be the basis for a contest?

*Idea* Prizes - the elusive winner's circle. Estimate how many members will actually enter your contest. Would a few large prizes be more enticing? Or would lots of smaller ones bring entrants?

*Idea* You, as the contest host, must always abide by the rules. If the deadline is at midnight, 12:01am is NOT okay. If you're firm, there will be no squabbles about the rules.

*Idea* Hosts must live up to their promises! Judge fairly, on time, and award all prizes promised. Don't offer GPs you don't have, or reviews you'll never do. This makes for a shady contest and bitter entrants.

I hope I've given you all a few pointers on contests. I've listed a few below. Enjoy!



Editor's Picks


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Show your appreciation for a mentor or friend on our site.

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Interesting prompt phrases, let your muse dance!

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Details and rules are spelled out clearly. Can't wait to see the entries for this contest.

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I supply an acronym; you make up what it stands for. My favorite entries win gift points!
#921363 by Kraken through the Snow Author IconMail Icon

Wicked fun with acronyms.

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Who doesn't love vampires?

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Image contest for your visual muse.

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It's all about the Olympics here!
#1201198 by Elisa: Snowman Stik Author IconMail Icon

8-8-08 Who's got game?

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We've all heard one. Post your funny!

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Oh hai, haiku. Great prizes!

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A unique contest. Join the fun!


 
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Ask & Answer

Since I'm not a regular editor here, I'll just add a few fun things to do.

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This puzzle is to honor one of America's most loved muppet, Kermit.
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Miss Piggy would love it!

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For Floyd enthusiasts.

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Work all the way down to Ziz.

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Put your pen in the garden and give Kathleen a hand.

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A salute to the US capitol.

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I'll give you the band and you give me the members' last names.
#1447247 by TheJoe Author IconMail Icon

A fantastic challenge for Metal enthusiasts.

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If you know fantasy, try this puzzle!

 Harry Potter and the Hardest Crossword Open in new Window. (E)
The toughest Harry Potter crossword out there
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Potter fans know the solution.

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For a literary great.

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