tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54334294910850592852024-03-13T13:03:24.675-07:00The Contest Announcement BoardEmily Ann Benedicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15749623489746393109noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5433429491085059285.post-28979528807348635542010-04-16T14:04:00.000-07:002010-04-16T14:07:14.229-07:00Two New Contest!Two New Contest! <br /><br />Isn’t that just how it works? I don’t have any new ones to put up for a while then all of a sudden I have two. :)<br /><br />So, the first is <a href="http://writersdigest.com/annual">Writer’s Digest Annual contest</a>. They are looking for everything from short stories, to poetry, to screen plays, to inspiration and beyond. Take a chance on this one! Grand prize is $3000 dollars and a “meet and editor” trip to New York. There is an entry fee and the deadline is May 14th…again, just take the chance! <br /><br />Next: <a href="http://sarahwithachance.blogspot.com/2010/04/something-fun-and-celebratory.html">Writer-Blogger, Sarah Wylie</a> is running a contest to celebrate the acceptance of her book by a publisher (everyone clap). :D<br />Anyway, to celebrate she is offering several prizes, including critiques of query letters, manuscripts, books, Twizzlers, and even a chance to have lunch with an agent. Contest ends April 25!<br />….Again, take the chance. ;)<br /><br />That's all for now my friend. :)Emily Ann Benedicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15749623489746393109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5433429491085059285.post-71895298712981274942010-02-18T10:47:00.000-08:002010-02-18T10:48:14.417-08:00A Great Opportunity For WritersAuthor, Elana Johnson is offering an amazing opportunity to writers. She’s running a contest on her blog right. The grand prize? You’ll get your query critiqued for free by a real agent. I think it’s fair to say we could all use a little professional help when it comes to our writing and especially our queries. It’s the first chance we have to sell our work.<br />So, check it out at <a href="http://elanajohnson.blogspot.com/">http://elanajohnson.blogspot.com/</a> (Deadline: Sunday)Emily Ann Benedicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15749623489746393109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5433429491085059285.post-55421573523166533912010-02-10T07:29:00.000-08:002010-02-10T07:30:04.080-08:00Writing ContestsThis is just a quick notice for writing contests coming up and how you can find more. <br />If you’re looking for writing contest I highly recommend Sally Stuart’s Christian Writers Marketing Guide. Actually, if you’re looking for anything related to the publishing world, I’d recommend that marketing guide. <br /><br />The American Christian Fiction Writer’s organization is holding their annual Genesis contest for new novels. They are asking people to submit the first 15 pages of the novel as well as a summary. <br /><br />Also, the William Faulkner foundation is holding its annual writing contest. They’ve got pretty much every category covered, from Novel to novella, short story to essay. They’ve even got a Work In Progress category.Emily Ann Benedicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15749623489746393109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5433429491085059285.post-34592464993653453132010-02-06T10:25:00.000-08:002010-02-06T10:26:00.132-08:00An Anniversary ContestJeanette at Audience of One is holding a really neat contest. At least I think it’s sweet. In honor of both her blog followers and her 35th wedding anniversary, she’s put together a gift basket of 35 fun office supplies (including chocolate and cappuccino) all in the shades of blue and lavender she had at her wedding. <br />To enter all you need to do is follow her blog and leave a comment. Additional entries can be earned by mentioning the contests on your Twitter, blog, or Face Book account. <br /><br />If you have a chance, head on over and check it out. :)<br /><a href="http://jeanettelevellie.blogspot.com/2010/01/i-love-my-blog-followers-35-prizes.html">http://jeanettelevellie.blogspot.com/2010/01/i-love-my-blog-followers-35-prizes.html</a>Emily Ann Benedicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15749623489746393109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5433429491085059285.post-60221301393824157262010-02-01T15:59:00.000-08:002010-02-01T16:06:07.914-08:00Answer and WinAnswer a question and enter to win <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">twinkies</span> and a Barns and Nobles gift card...I think you can do it!<br /><br />Visit: <a href="http://bjanderson-write.blogspot.com/2010/01/win-twinkies.html">http://bjanderson-write.blogspot.com/2010/01/win-twinkies.html</a><br /><br />Simply follow the blog and then leave a <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">coment</span> addressing the question, "Why do you write?"<br />Do you know why you do? Then enter!Emily Ann Benedicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15749623489746393109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5433429491085059285.post-55617899585447303812010-01-25T18:51:00.000-08:002010-01-25T18:54:28.590-08:00Book Giveaway!Fellow blogger Diane Estella is running a book giveaway on her blog right now! <a href="http://www.dianeestrella.com/">www.dianeestrella.com</a><br /><br />She has an interview this week with author and speaker Margaret Marie. Commenters are entered to win a copy of Margaret’s book, Choose Well: The choices that you make affect your destiny.<br /><br />Check out her site to learn more and this great interview! :)Emily Ann Benedicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15749623489746393109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5433429491085059285.post-37855599136429914082010-01-18T09:58:00.000-08:002010-01-18T09:59:48.676-08:00Two New Contests For YouOkay, two new contests, both of which have up and coming deadlines so read quick. <br /><br />The first is run through Hallmark cards. They are looking for ideas for a new birthday card. So, if you’ve got a good picture or idea, check it out. <br /><br /><a href="http://hallmarkcontests.com/page/CONTESTS/contest/BirthdayYourWay?&bae=3&targetProductLine=&selectedCategory=&homeCategoryId=&campaign=BAE_E_UCC_011310_VA_MainImage&catalogId=10051&siteID=&mailID=BAE_E_UCC_011310_VA_MainImage&mc=&storeId=10001">http://hallmarkcontests.com/page/CONTESTS/contest/BirthdayYourWay?&bae=3&targetProductLine=&selectedCategory=&homeCategoryId=&campaign=BAE_E_UCC_011310_VA_MainImage&catalogId=10051&siteID=&mailID=BAE_E_UCC_011310_VA_MainImage&mc=&storeId=10001</a><br /><br />Next, The Write Words blog is running a contest for new followers. Prizes include all sorts of gifts for writers. <br /><br /><a href="http://thewritewords-lindsey.blogspot.com/">http://thewritewords-lindsey.blogspot.com/</a><br /><br />Have a great week!Emily Ann Benedicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15749623489746393109noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5433429491085059285.post-54501416716976906992010-01-12T10:50:00.000-08:002010-01-12T10:52:06.697-08:00American Kennel Club Short Fiction.Check out <a href="http://www.akc.org/pubs/fictioncontest/">http://www.akc.org/pubs/fictioncontest/</a><br />The AKC is running a short fiction contest. Winning stories will be published in one or more of their magazines. <br />It’s free to enter and the rules are relatively simple. <br />But you have to hurry. All entries must be postmarked by January 31st. Yes, we are talking about snail mail. ;)Emily Ann Benedicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15749623489746393109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5433429491085059285.post-24026511550126125002010-01-09T20:30:00.000-08:002010-01-09T20:31:48.717-08:00The EndAlas, this contest has come to an end. Thanks to all who participated. Maybe we'll try another in a few months. :) <br /><br />Happy 2010!Emily Ann Benedicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15749623489746393109noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5433429491085059285.post-80303262344302931292009-08-20T08:36:00.001-07:002009-08-21T14:39:02.522-07:00My First ContestYes, this is the first contest I am running through my blog! So, join up, especially if you like gift cards.<br />I’m calling this the Read The First Chapter Contest. Anyone can join, whether or not you’ve gotten a chance to read my book yet.<br /><br />How does it work?<br /><br />1.) Send everyone you know to <a href="http://www.emilyannbenedict.com/Read_The_First_Chapter.html">www.emilyannbenedict.com/Read_The_First_Chapter.html</a> so they can read the first chapter of <em>ONLY ANGELS ARE BULLETPROOF</em>.<br />Contact your friends, family, blog readers, Face Book connections, and anyone else you can think of.<br /><br />2.) Once they read the first chapter, ask them to tell me who referred them to my site, either by leaving a comment on my blog or sending me an e-mail: <a href="mailto:emilyannbenedict@gmail.com">emilyannbenedict@gmail.com</a>.<br />That’s it!<br /><br />The first person to get ten referrals wins a $20 gift card to Barnes and Noble.<br />The person with the most referrals by December 31st 2009 wins a $20 gift card to Barnes and Noble <strong>and</strong> a $20 gift card to iTunes.<br /><br />If you know someone who’d like to join in, send them to this blog:<a href="http://emilyannbenedictcontest.blogspot.com/">http://emilyannbenedictcontest.blogspot.com/</a><br /><br />*NOTE: I do have an analytics program on my website that allows me to know if I’m receiving new visitors. So, if I get lots of e-mails, but no new hits on my website, or just a second long visit I’m going think something fishy is going on. I.E. Don’t cheat. 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