 Contests & Activities: February 18, 2009 Issue [#2847] |
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This week: All You Need Is Love Edited by: Shannon  
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All You Need Is Love
It's February, and love is in the air. Whether or not you have a significant other, there's one thing we WDCers can all agree on: we love to read, write and review.
Nathaniel Hawthorne said, "Easy reading is damn hard writing."
When a reader forgets he's reading and completely loses himself in your story, that's a job well done.
Is there a particular author you love? What is it about his or her work that compels you to turn the page? Why do some books get shelved after the first chapter while others keep you up till the wee small hours of the morning? What keeps you coming back time after time? Have you consciously thought about these things as you read? If not, you should.
When I read, I have a bright yellow highlighter at the ready. If a phrase or sentence or analogy or description speaks to me, I highlight it, then I analyze why it appealed to me. Francine Prose's Reading Like a Writer: A Guide for People Who Love Books and for Those Who Want to Write Them is an excellent resource. It teaches you how to ... well, read like a writer. Rewire your brain to notice the nuances, stockpile the subtle differences in tone and espy the elegance prolific storytellers possess. After a while the techniques become automatic. Not only will you be a more aware reader after reading this book but, by osmosis, a more seasoned writer as well, and your readers will love you for it.
Reading Like a Writer: A Guide for People Who Love Books and for Those Who Want to Write Them: http://www.amazon.com/Reading-Like-Writer-Guide-People/dp/0060777044
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There are many contests and activities to choose from here on WDC. I've tried to include a wide variety here, so hopefully you'll find something to light a fire under your muse.
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And be sure to check out the comprehensive Contests and Activities listings. Each of the 150 items listed includes a short synopsis, providing you all the information you'll need to choose the contest or activity that's right for you.
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Mara ♣ McBain  says, "You made some great points in this weeks Newsletter! Thank you so much for including the "a very Wodehouse challenge" [E]  It is much appreciated." You are very welcome, Mara! I'm glad you enjoyed the NL.
kiyasama says, "Thanks again for the feature.  " You're so welcome, Kiya. Thank you for everything you do for the WDC community.
SHEA  says, "Hi Shannon! Thanks for the Newsletter, GREAT JOB! You are unique, and so helpful; Thank you. (You were so kind to give me my very first Merit Badge; ) Kindest, Shea Thank you, Shea! And I remember that MB. I was still pretty new here myself, and you were one of my very first WDC friends. 
Acme says, "Thanks for another smashing newsletter, Shannon. It's great to be reminded of what a big help a little effort can be.  I'm glad you liked the NL, Acme, and thank you for your kind comments!
Michelle Broughton says, "I gave a nice amount to a contest, I think. The problem is I'm very new here and not sure I put it in the right place to send to the contest. Is there any way to be certain?" Welcome to writing.com, Michelle. Sometimes contests have banks they want you to send the gift points to; other times the owner of the contest wants you to send the gift points directly to them. If you're not sure, email the contest/activity owner to ask what they prefer. They will point you in the right direction. And as far as the points you already sent, you can always email the owner to ask if he/she received them. You may also click on My Gift Points (top center of any open WDC window) and scroll down to see if they made it where they were supposed to. I hope this helps!
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