Wow, no blogs for a while, and then two in a couple of days...WordPlay is just like waiting for a bus!
There's a great short story competition that you might like to take note of. Cash prizes, and three categories: short, shorter, and shortest!
Anyway, here's a link to those nice people at Words with Jam:
http://www.wordswithjam.co.uk/#/short-story-competition-2012/4540010935
Sunday, 22 July 2012
Friday, 20 July 2012
Congratulations!
WordPlay wants to say a very big well done to member Janette Davies who has had a short story published in the TV Choice Magazine (edition dated around 18th July).
Janette said that her decision to submit a story was a spur of the moment thing, and she did so because of the confidence that WordPlay has given her with her writing.
She also said that we wouldn't believe it - well, we do. That's the thing: we know that all our members have a tremendous talent.
So a big congratulations to Janette from all of WordPlay. We're sure this is only the start.
Why not purchase a copy of TV Choice to read "Lana Turner" by Janette Davies?
Janette said that her decision to submit a story was a spur of the moment thing, and she did so because of the confidence that WordPlay has given her with her writing.
She also said that we wouldn't believe it - well, we do. That's the thing: we know that all our members have a tremendous talent.
So a big congratulations to Janette from all of WordPlay. We're sure this is only the start.
Why not purchase a copy of TV Choice to read "Lana Turner" by Janette Davies?
Tuesday, 22 May 2012
ROLL FOR INSPIRATION
Hey guys and gals,
If you are stuck for a little inspiration for stories, why not try the following. I think you'll be amazed at how many story lines you could come up with:
Tuesday, 8 May 2012
Next Week's Forum
Hi All,
Next week's Forum, as ever on the second Monday of the month, 14th May at 10:30am at the Emerald Isle, La Florida, looks set to be interesting.
We're going to button down the new Quarterly Book, and give deadlines etc for story submission, and then bring all up to date on other news in the market. Hopefully there will be good news for at least one of our members! Don't forget to bring along your news etc.
And, for those that have been involved, have a look at the image attached and let me know what you think. It's only draft at the moment, so we can change it around (eg, I know there's some name changes needed!).
Next week's Forum, as ever on the second Monday of the month, 14th May at 10:30am at the Emerald Isle, La Florida, looks set to be interesting.
We're going to button down the new Quarterly Book, and give deadlines etc for story submission, and then bring all up to date on other news in the market. Hopefully there will be good news for at least one of our members! Don't forget to bring along your news etc.
And, for those that have been involved, have a look at the image attached and let me know what you think. It's only draft at the moment, so we can change it around (eg, I know there's some name changes needed!).
Monday, 19 March 2012
NEW COMPETITION DETAILS
At this month's forum meeting, the membership present discussed the Ezine and how we could best promote writing for its sections. It was unanimously decided that giving writing for it a competitive edge could add an extra dimension and increased relevance to content.
Each month, we will be running a competition for writing in two different Ezine categories. The winning entries will be selected by the Ezine category host and either Michael or Ian. That entry will be starred in the Ezine, and the winning entrant in each category receive free forum entry for the month in which he/ she won.
This month's categories are:
ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT
Write a review of a film or book, or a play. How about a music cd, or a performance that you recently went to? Or you might decide to describe a trip to an art gallery, or a museum. Think outside of the box, and put some personality in your piece. 300 or 400 words should be more than ample.
SPOOF
Write a spoof letter to the editor. You decide the subject, just make it a little light hearted, maybe even tongue in cheek. Or could you write a letter that describes an "actual" happening? Remember the Panorama Spaghetti April Fools? The choice is yours
Send entries to wordplaycompetitions@mail.com as a word document attachment by April 1st!
Each month, we will be running a competition for writing in two different Ezine categories. The winning entries will be selected by the Ezine category host and either Michael or Ian. That entry will be starred in the Ezine, and the winning entrant in each category receive free forum entry for the month in which he/ she won.
This month's categories are:
ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT
Write a review of a film or book, or a play. How about a music cd, or a performance that you recently went to? Or you might decide to describe a trip to an art gallery, or a museum. Think outside of the box, and put some personality in your piece. 300 or 400 words should be more than ample.
SPOOF
Write a spoof letter to the editor. You decide the subject, just make it a little light hearted, maybe even tongue in cheek. Or could you write a letter that describes an "actual" happening? Remember the Panorama Spaghetti April Fools? The choice is yours
Send entries to wordplaycompetitions@mail.com as a word document attachment by April 1st!
Monday, 5 March 2012
Upcoming Forum and Ezine
Hi everyone,
Ezine
with the Ezine deadline approaching, just a reminder that we are looking for submissions in all categories. Of particular interest this month is the opinion and comment category:
Next Week's Forum
Lots to bring you up to date with, including:
Don't forget the Your Shout section: anything you want to discuss, bring your topic along!
Anyway, that's it from us for now, see you all soon,
Michael and Ian
Ezine
with the Ezine deadline approaching, just a reminder that we are looking for submissions in all categories. Of particular interest this month is the opinion and comment category:
- What do you think about he state of football, especially the goings-on at Rangers?
- How about the Middle East, with Iran and Syria trying to outdo each other as bully boys?
- Is the elongated presidential battle in the US already getting you down?
- Any TOWIE fans out there want to own up?
- And surely Jeremy Kyle has upset you these last few weeks?
Next Week's Forum
Lots to bring you up to date with, including:
- Electronic book lending
- Update's on members' publication plans
- 2 more anthologies in the pipeline
Don't forget the Your Shout section: anything you want to discuss, bring your topic along!
Anyway, that's it from us for now, see you all soon,
Michael and Ian
Friday, 17 February 2012
WordPlay Update 18th February 2012
Hi everyone, here's a few bits and pieces from the last week:
EZINE
As ever, submissions for the quarterly ezine are needed in all categories. If you've got something to say, write it down and send it in!
Here's the timetable:
March 9th Last date for submissions to be received by email to wordplayezine@mail.com. These will then be collated and sent to the hosts to do their bit.
March 16th Hosts to send their completed sections back to Ian
March 19th Formatting etc
March 26th Publication
FORUM
We held February forum at the Emerald Isle, La Florida on Monday 13th.
News:
WordPlay Open Mic Prose Champion 2011: Evie Barton
WordPlay Open Mic Poetry Champion 2011: Margaret Rowland
WordPlay Competition Judge of the Year: Yvonne Diamond
Most Improved Writer: Kathy Rollinson
Member of the Year: Michelle Edwards
Georgia asked if members and readers of the Ezine could send in their thoughts on what they would like to see in the poetry section to wordplayenquiries@mail.com so that she can ensure that it meets needs. We think this is a great idea, and want to ask for comments band suggestions on the whole Ezine, not just the poetry section. So get your thinking hats on, and send in those suggestions!
CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS
Our latest workshop was held after the Forum, and covered Themes and Inspiration, Genre, Planning and Structure, Point of View, and Strong Opening
The next workshop is to be held on Monday March 10th, at 1:30pm in the Emerald Isle, and will cover Character, Conflict, Protagonists and Antagonists, Situation and Circumstance, Plot Development, and Denouement.
If you want to come along, email us at wordplayenquiries@mail.com for more information.
OPEN MIC
The next Open Mic night at Chadwicks, Villamartin, is to be held on April 24th at 7:30pm.
Competition theme for the night is '3 Random Words', and the words to be used in your piece - poetry or prose - are:
Purple, Blacksmith, Dusk
Entries to be sent to wordplaycompetitions@mail.com by Friday April 20th.
EZINE
As ever, submissions for the quarterly ezine are needed in all categories. If you've got something to say, write it down and send it in!
Here's the timetable:
March 9th Last date for submissions to be received by email to wordplayezine@mail.com. These will then be collated and sent to the hosts to do their bit.
March 16th Hosts to send their completed sections back to Ian
March 19th Formatting etc
March 26th Publication
FORUM
We held February forum at the Emerald Isle, La Florida on Monday 13th.
News:
- Ian said a few words about the Birthday bash, and was able to present the (joint) Member of the Year award to Georgia Varjas who had been absent on the night. Other award winners were:
WordPlay Open Mic Prose Champion 2011: Evie Barton
WordPlay Open Mic Poetry Champion 2011: Margaret Rowland
WordPlay Competition Judge of the Year: Yvonne Diamond
Most Improved Writer: Kathy Rollinson
Member of the Year: Michelle Edwards
- Barnes and Noble have taken the decision to stop displaying Amazon published books on their bookshelfs
- London Book Fair is at Earls Court on 16th to 18th April. Further info here: http://www.londonbookfair.co.uk/
- Our new Facebook page is here: http://www.facebook.com/groups/243107339094353/ Why not join the group and invite your friends? We want this to be an open forum for all things writing, and will be using it to help promote the group and its members' work
- Precinct 25: Stories have started to come through to Michael, who will start collating what he's got and set a meeting date for the next Precinct 25 get together. Emails will be winging their way to the P25 writers!otagonists
Georgia asked if members and readers of the Ezine could send in their thoughts on what they would like to see in the poetry section to wordplayenquiries@mail.com so that she can ensure that it meets needs. We think this is a great idea, and want to ask for comments band suggestions on the whole Ezine, not just the poetry section. So get your thinking hats on, and send in those suggestions!
CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS
Our latest workshop was held after the Forum, and covered Themes and Inspiration, Genre, Planning and Structure, Point of View, and Strong Opening
The next workshop is to be held on Monday March 10th, at 1:30pm in the Emerald Isle, and will cover Character, Conflict, Protagonists and Antagonists, Situation and Circumstance, Plot Development, and Denouement.
If you want to come along, email us at wordplayenquiries@mail.com for more information.
OPEN MIC
The next Open Mic night at Chadwicks, Villamartin, is to be held on April 24th at 7:30pm.
Competition theme for the night is '3 Random Words', and the words to be used in your piece - poetry or prose - are:
Purple, Blacksmith, Dusk
Entries to be sent to wordplaycompetitions@mail.com by Friday April 20th.
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