Once again exciting things going on with WeBook. This months newsletter includes a Writers Challenge, details about the improvements to Page 2 Fame given in the form of a YouTube video an interview with a WeBook Member (Pen Name: KidTruth) and a Flicker Competition together with the WeBook Status highlights.
Page 2 Fame Improvements
You can watch the YouTube video regarding the improvements coming to Page2Fame (mainly more feedback to help writers improve) by following this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8V8puO6qUY . Currently people can vote between 1 to 5 (5 being the best) whether they feel the work is good enough that an agent should check it out and the writer gets promoted to round two and can upload more of the story. They can also select from a range of comments how the writer can improve from simply 'not my thing' to 'needs work' but now they are allowing raters to give more helpful feedback which is brilliant!
Flick Competition (Win P2F entry)
The Flicker competition is on the theme of 'What is WeBook' encouraging members to upload a picture of them sharing what WeBook is to them so it can be used as Flicker wallpaper. The first 50 people to entery will get a free entry coupon to Page 2 Fame. I've entered even thought my picture probably won't get chosen as I've just added text to an image of myself rather than taking a new one holding a piece of paper up saying what WeBook is to me. I recieved the newsletter on 22 July 2010 and the deadline is 23 July 2010 - so there's not much time (although just checked and on the Flicker group page the deadline has been extended to 1 August 2010 so I may have time to upload something better by then. With the new improvement being introduced and the great prize if you win Page 2 Fame (getting read and feedback from a Literary Agent) then it's worth entering). Currently there is only 15 entries probably 'cause most people are shy to upload their pictures so there is a good chance to win a coupon and easy to do.
Page 2 Fame Improvements
You can watch the YouTube video regarding the improvements coming to Page2Fame (mainly more feedback to help writers improve) by following this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8V8puO6qUY . Currently people can vote between 1 to 5 (5 being the best) whether they feel the work is good enough that an agent should check it out and the writer gets promoted to round two and can upload more of the story. They can also select from a range of comments how the writer can improve from simply 'not my thing' to 'needs work' but now they are allowing raters to give more helpful feedback which is brilliant!
Flick Competition (Win P2F entry)
The Flicker competition is on the theme of 'What is WeBook' encouraging members to upload a picture of them sharing what WeBook is to them so it can be used as Flicker wallpaper. The first 50 people to entery will get a free entry coupon to Page 2 Fame. I've entered even thought my picture probably won't get chosen as I've just added text to an image of myself rather than taking a new one holding a piece of paper up saying what WeBook is to me. I recieved the newsletter on 22 July 2010 and the deadline is 23 July 2010 - so there's not much time (although just checked and on the Flicker group page the deadline has been extended to 1 August 2010 so I may have time to upload something better by then. With the new improvement being introduced and the great prize if you win Page 2 Fame (getting read and feedback from a Literary Agent) then it's worth entering). Currently there is only 15 entries probably 'cause most people are shy to upload their pictures so there is a good chance to win a coupon and easy to do.
Writers Challenge (Win P2F entry)
Another way to get a free entry to try out Page 2 Fame is to enter the Writers Challenge (I think this is weekly) The deadline for this was 23 July 2010 but has also been extended - now 26 July 2010. To enter this free competition visit: http://www.webook.com/project/The-Memory-Challenge . There will be free winners chosen by the WeBook staff and anyone can give entrants feedback in the usual way for a project. The challenge this time is The Memoray Challenge. You are to write a short scene where an object evokes a strong memory for a character.
"Memories can be an effective way to reveal a character's back story and build some depth. They're also a great opportunity to make a generic action sparkle with unique detail.
For this challenge, write a short scene (150 words) in which a character remembers something because of an object they interact with. For example, a character could be sharpening a pencil and remember the first girl he ever held hands with, in the back of class next to the pencil sharpener. The key is to have the object somehow related to the memory (although the connection can be pretty thin, if you want)."
Full details can be found on the project page for the Writers Challenge. I have entered one before and it is a good way to get your creative juices flowing and productive too. Worth a try if you've got writers block or if you are working on your manuscript you can incorporate the challenge into your work to challenge yourself and you are likely to find that you will learn and develop your writing simply by getting involve and taking part.
Another way to get a free entry to try out Page 2 Fame is to enter the Writers Challenge (I think this is weekly) The deadline for this was 23 July 2010 but has also been extended - now 26 July 2010. To enter this free competition visit: http://www.webook.com/project/The-Memory-Challenge . There will be free winners chosen by the WeBook staff and anyone can give entrants feedback in the usual way for a project. The challenge this time is The Memoray Challenge. You are to write a short scene where an object evokes a strong memory for a character.
"Memories can be an effective way to reveal a character's back story and build some depth. They're also a great opportunity to make a generic action sparkle with unique detail.
For this challenge, write a short scene (150 words) in which a character remembers something because of an object they interact with. For example, a character could be sharpening a pencil and remember the first girl he ever held hands with, in the back of class next to the pencil sharpener. The key is to have the object somehow related to the memory (although the connection can be pretty thin, if you want)."
Full details can be found on the project page for the Writers Challenge. I have entered one before and it is a good way to get your creative juices flowing and productive too. Worth a try if you've got writers block or if you are working on your manuscript you can incorporate the challenge into your work to challenge yourself and you are likely to find that you will learn and develop your writing simply by getting involve and taking part.
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