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  Announcing: Why I Write Essay Contest

  609 readersThe topic that every writer takes on at some point is: “Why I Write.” In fact, reflecting on what compels a writer could be a genre in itself. You might say it’s the literary equivalent of an artist’s self-portrait. That’s why I’m so excited to announce that Editor Unleashed is once again teaming up with Smashwords

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  Get Ready for the “Why I Write” Contest

  730 readersAn all-new writing contest sponsored by two great online resources for writers: Editor Unleashed and Smashwords! You help choose the $500 Grand Prize winner. No entry fee! The Dates: • Post Your Entry on the Forum: Monday, November 9 – Thursday, December 31 • Popular Ranking: Monday, January 4 – Friday, January 29 • Winners Announced: Monday,

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  “Why I Write” Popular Ranking Starts Today!

  2700 readersPopular Ranking for the Editor Unleashed/Smashwords Why I Write Essay Contest begins at 12 noon EST today! Ranking will take place from Feb. 1 – Feb. 28 on the Editor Unleashed forum. You must be a registered forum member to participate in essay ranking (registration is free). Here’s how to vote: 1. We’re using the star ranking system

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  We’re Back in Action!

  954 readersWell, Happy New Year everyone! Great news: I was able to find a tech genius working over the holidays to fix our broken forum. Check it out—good as new. Due to the forum downtime, we’re extending the deadline of the Editor Unleashed/ Smashwords “Why I Write” essay contest to January 31. Popular ranking will now take

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  Writing Contest: Win Free Entry to ‘Linda Formichelli’s Write for Magazines E-Course’…

  422 readersDream of writing for magazines but don't know where to begin. Then Linda Formichelli’s Write for Magazines E-Course might just be what you need.Here's a chance to win Free Entry into Linda Formichelli’s Write for Magazines E-Course.From Renegade Writer Blog..."My next 8-week Write for Magazines e-course will begin on August 3, 2009. If you’d like

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  ”Dear Lucky Agent” Contest: Middle Grade and Young Adult (with agent Regina Brooks)

  1542 readers Note from Chuck. It's April 28 and it's been two weeks. Regina has asked for until Monday to pick her top winners. Winners will be announced as soon as we know. Thanks! Note from Chuck: It's April 15, 2010, which means this contest is now closed. Thank you for entering. Winners should be announced within 14 days or so. Meanwhile, keep an

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  ”Dear Lucky Agent” Contest: Memoir and Narrative Nonfiction

  1151 readers Note from Chuck: It's Feb. 1, 2010, which means this contest is now closed. Thank you for entering. Winners should be announced within 7 days or so. Meanwhile, our next contest should start within a week or two, as well.  It's for writers of kids books! ------------------------------ "Dear Lucky Agent" Contest: Memoir and Narrative Nonfiction Welcome to the first "Dear Lucky Agent" Contest

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  Writing Contest Tips for Writers

  264 readersWriting contests give aspiring writers opportunities to polish their craft and seek new outlets. Writer's Digest has hosted many contests, and they offered some helpful hints for entering your work. Before your next contest, check out Writer's Digest's contest advice. Some of the tips seem quite obvious such as, "Do send only your best work.

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  ”Dear Lucky Agent” Contest: Fantasy and Sci-Fi

  1632 readersNote from Chuck: This contest is now closed. Thank you for submitting. Winners will be notified by email by around June 2. Winners announced on the blog thereafter. -------- Welcome to the fifth "Dear Lucky Agent" Contest on the GLA blog. This will be a recurring online contest with agent judges and super-cool prizes. Here's the deal: With every contest, the details are

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  ”Dear Lucky Agent” Contest: Middle Grade and Young Adult

  1191 readers Note from Chuck: It's Feb. 22, 2010, which means this contest is now closed. Thank you for entering. Winners should be announced on the blog within 7 days or so. Winners will be contacted personally by me beforehand. Meanwhile, our next contest should start within a week or two, as well. I believe the next contest will be for writers