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Contests & Activities: March 14, 2018 Issue [#8802]

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Contests & Activities


 This week: Join the Group!
  Edited by: spidey 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

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Welcome to the Contests & Activities Newsletter. I'm spidey Author Icon, and I'm your Editor this week!




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Letter from the editor

Join the Group!

Sometimes I feel like I collect hobbies. Whether it's writing, geocaching, hiking, running, bird-watching, etc., I find a hobby and it becomes my life for a while. I immerse myself in it, reading books on it, practicing all the time, writing about it, and finding others interested in it.

That last one is pretty important, I think, and coming from an introvert, that's saying a lot! I don't typically go out of my way to be social all the time, but humans are a social species. We tend to find enjoyment in being with others that share our interests and goals, right? That's why groups (in real life AND on WDC) can be so rewarding and helpful!

Groups can help you share ideas and learn about whatever it is you're passionate about. I know personally I've learned far more about writing by being part of this website than I did in school! Sure, school provided me with a solid foundation, particularly when it comes to grammar and technical aspects of writing, but WDC gave me even more. It provided a place to exchange ideas and get invaluable feedback!

Groups on WDC can be very useful for a variety of things. Often, members use a group as a "bank" for an activity or contest, but it can also be a way to keep like-minded members together for a specific goal. There are writing groups, reviewing groups, groups for courses and groups for hobbies.

Groups can be helpful for specific things, like setting items to group-only views or creating things like newsletters. There are a lot of options when it comes to groups. For ideas, click on "Browse by Type" on the left side of the screen, and select "Groups." Take a look at the current Groups out there and find the use that's right for you!

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As always, keep on writing!



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Editor's Picks







Official Writing.Com Contests & Activities:

 
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Good Deeds Get CASH! Open in new Window. [E]
Write reviews to win cash prizes!
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Journey Through Genres: Official Contest Open in new Window. [E]
Write a short story in the given genre to win big prizes!
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Contests/Activities:

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Adaptive Writers Contest  Open in new Window. [ASR]
This contest intends to challenge writers to write outside of their comfort zone
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The Science Fiction Short Story Contest Open in new Window. [18+]
A contest inspired by the serious need for more good sci-fi
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by A Guest Visitor

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The LGBT Writing Contest Open in new Window. [18+]
Short story contest (with great prizes) for LGBT characters.
by Osirantinous Author Icon

 
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On Our Own: Indie-publishing Group Open in new Window. [E]
Forums, marketing info, advice, and support concerning indie-publishing. Open to all.
by Voxxylady Author Icon

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Movie Lovers Group Open in new Window. [13+]
A Group For Members Who Love Movies
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Some contest resources:
How to Create a Contest Open in new Window. [ASR]
Things you need to know before you open a contest. Includes a contest template.
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Newbie Hyperlinking 101 - Bitem Format Open in new Window. [E]
Learn the ins and outs of creating a link using the bitem format.
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Ask & Answer

Ask & Answer

My last newsletter, ("Contests & Activities Newsletter (February 14, 2018)Open in new Window.), discussed "how you play the game" or focusing the shift from winning to learning. Here is some feedback from Newsletter readers:

Hi, Spidey! Contest prompts spark my creative fire. I keep entering to practice my craft, get feedback, and to support contest genre's I like. ~ bobturn

That sounds great! Thanks for writing in!



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