Contests & Activities: May 20, 2009 Issue [#3061]
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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

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Welcome to the Contests & Activities Newsletter. I'm spidey Author Icon, and I'm your Editor this week. I'd like to discuss Guest Judging.



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Letter from the editor


Guest Judging


Utilizing guest judges in a contest or activity has many benefits. It can help revive a contest, provide fresh perspective, and ease the judging process. Here are a few tips to remember when using a guest judge:

Seeking:

*Bullet* Post a message in your forum that you're seeking guest judges, or try emailing friends or those you think might be interested.

*Bullet* Be specific and detailed. Let interested judges know what they're getting into. A few ideas:

*Note1* Typical number of entries
*Note1* Judging criteria
*Note1* Deadline for judging


Judging:

*Bullet* Have a plan! Be prepared to calculate scores and judge's top choices to choose your contest's winners. Assigning points and averaging those points is a common method.

*Bullet* Communication is key! Be prepared to answer questions and have an open dialogue with your fellow judges. Using email or a judges' eyes only forum can help greatly.


After Judging:

*Bullet* Will you reward your guest judges? It's optional, but you can give a prize to guest judges, perhaps gps, reviews, sigs, etc. It's up to you.



Having a guest judge can help the host as well as the guests. It can give someone a taste for what it's like to run a contest, and it can bring members of Writing.Com together. *Smile*

Always keep on writing!



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Editor's Picks


Contests & Activities :
just a few contests & activities I've come across on the site. Know of some gems that deserve exposure? Submit them in the feedback form or submission form at the end of this Newsletter, and I'll put them in my next one!

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Troublesome Musings Open in new Window. [18+]
Free your words. Be handsomely rewarded. Deadline extended!
by Elisa: Snowman Stik Author Icon

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Closed Until Some Unknown date in the future....
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Sinister Stories Contest Open in new Window. [13+]
A horror contest for everyone! Can you write a terrifying tale? February Special Round!
by Jeff Author Icon

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Project Write World Open in new Window. [13+]
A celebration of writers and their distinct cultures to bring us all together.
by iKïyå§ama Author Icon

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Short Shots: Official WDC Contest Open in new Window. [ASR]
Use the photo to inspire your creativity. Write a short story and win big prizes!
by Writing.Com Support Author Icon

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Pass the Write-Baton Open in new Window. [18+]
Write what you wish, do your best, and pass the baton. 1000 gps prize per addition. Enjoy!
by Joy Author Icon

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by A Guest Visitor



 
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Ask & Answer


My last newsletter gave step-by-step instructions on Entering a Contest. *Smile*

Wonderful newsletter Spidey. Thank you for the information on entering contests. I have entered some contests and have messed up some. But I am learning so thanks for the help. ~ Elaine's Beary Limited*~ Author Icon

You're very welcome, and thanks for the feedback! In many cases, practice makes perfect, right? Keep entering those contests! *Bigsmile*


Thanks for another good read, Spidey, and for highlighting the History Contest.
What inspires you more to enter a contest? Is it the prompt or the prize?
erm, I feel a bit bad saying neither, but for me it's about competing against my peers, honing my writing skills and gaining feedback and exposure. My favourite contest has always been Mavis Moog Author Icon's Great Short Story Contest, because her reviews are so useful, and the competition is fierce. It's also a great place to find good quality reading material posted by others. ~ Acme Author Icon

Thanks for the feedback! I think friendly competition can be a great motivational tool, and helpful reviews from a judge can be a great prize!



Question to think about: Have you ever been a guest judge? Would you consider being one?


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