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FanStory:
We are excited to offer you new font options when you post or edit your writing using the advanced editor. Over 40 new fonts have been added! Here are some of them:
Alfa Slab One
Caveat
Cookie
Dancing Script
Shadows Into Light
Rubik Moon
Roboto
Righteous
Passion One
Sacramento
Orbitron
Permanent Marker
Lobster Two
This is just a sample! We are looking forward to seeing writing that takes advantage of these unique fonts! And thank you to the site members that requested this update!
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Jannypan (Jan) : What a GREAT addition.
THANK YOU! 😊
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July 19, 2022 at 4:45PM
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| Sankey: What a great idea. I only found out about this by accident. Should have let us know sooner.
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| Quoiky: Wow!! Thanks!!
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FanStory:
Terry Broxson created the popular "Write A Rant" writing contest. It was so popular we created it again! This time with a cash prize! Check out the Write A Rant writing contest. Thanks Terry!
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June 21, 2022 at 7:42AM
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FanStory:
We messed up! We didn't provide enough prose contests this month! Our mistake is your gain! We've got two writing contests with deadlines that are only days away! Enter the Dear God writing contest and the 250 Word Flash Fiction Contest. Cash prizes!
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June 10, 2022 at 2:35PM
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| Cecilia Lynne1: Thank you for your notifications.
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July 19, 2022 at 7:11AM
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FanStory:
Introducing milestones! All authors now have milestones that they can reach by posting new writing. The first milestones for a new author will be sharing their first post. The next one is the 50th post. Next, 100th post and so on. These special posts will be highlighted to reviewers bringing extra attention to the writing. Your post will always feature this accomplishment when it is viewed and from your portfolio. Check out your next milestone from your status page! So what's your next milestone? How far away?
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March 9, 2022 at 3:04PM
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songlines: This is good encouragement!
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March 15, 2022 at 3:19PM
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| Courtney Foster1: This would be my 1st and I am glad I got introduced to this app I can't wait to see the things this website has in store for me!
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March 18, 2022 at 8:08AM
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| in777wr#: Thank you.
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March 28, 2022 at 3:47PM
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| Debi Pick Marquette : I am so excited to get to my second milestone!. Thank you Fanstory for giving me all of these opportunities, so that I may continue with my writing and meet all these fellow authors, who have now become friends! Thanks again & God Bless!
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March 31, 2022 at 6:33AM
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| Maria Millsaps: Omg I don?t know. Yes, I have stories to write.
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March 31, 2022 at 8:37PM
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| Malcolm Rothery: I had this message a while ago? Thank you.
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April 13, 2022 at 10:20AM
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| Tammi Robson: My next milestone will be my 50th post. I am sure I have things that can be posted right away, however right now I am 49 posts away.
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April 18, 2022 at 1:36PM
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| Sarah Tummey: Please can you tell me how I change my Email and message notifications from my profile? I've looked at my profile and can't find it anywhere. Thanks.
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April 19, 2022 at 4:40PM
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Julcia: Thank you for providing this milestone structure. It is
working for this newbie. My first post was bad, an implement
of torture for Fan Story readers. It was accurately reviewed. I
am a work in progress. Capable of making improvements.
Sincere apologies for this poor work product. Through Fan
Story's review system I am now able to punctuate with 50%
accuracy. Poor, yes. But remember the significance of
baby steps. Thank you all for your suggestions.
Julcia
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May 5, 2022 at 9:11PM
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| Maria Millsaps: I want to finish both my book and screenplay. And continue in the journey of ?The Writer?.
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| Steve L. Siegel: Thank you, I had idea that was even close.
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May 16, 2022 at 8:27PM
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Tom Rinkes: Thank you for the honor. I'm really flattered.
Tom Rinkes
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| Steve L. Siegel: thank you Did not even know that i was that close.
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| Shirley McLain: My number is 79. It seems large to me, but I know that I will make it.
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June 17, 2022 at 8:37AM
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FanStory:
This year we will be offering this beautiful plaque as an option to the top ranked writers. These plaques are framed in cherry wood with a high gloss finish and are perfect for mounting. We are excited to provide these to the top ten poets of 2022 and the top five writers in the other categories. Ranked winners can also choose our customized mugs if they would prefer something to hold. Or a member dollar prize.
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March 1, 2022 at 1:38PM
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| Shirley McLain: I think this is a great acknowledgement from FanStory. I'm sure whoever obtains the status would treasure it. Shirley
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June 17, 2022 at 8:39AM
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FanStory:
This year we will be sending a new prize to the top five finishers in the rankings. Previously we sent trophies. This year we will send specially engraved "trophy mugs". They will be customized to include your name and rank. We are excited to give them out this year. Enjoy the rankings!
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February 28, 2022 at 1:52PM
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FanStory:
Looking for the best writing contests of 2022! You've got them here. Reedsy has announced that a number of FanStory writing contests have been selected as the best writing contests of 2022. View some of them here.
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January 28, 2022 at 11:20AM
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Shannon Osteen: I have made a grave mistake and have updated a profile I do not want to upgrade. I am a member from 2008 my name is crimsondawn somestupidpunk@hotmail.com is my email.
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February 7, 2022 at 3:25PM
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Shannon Osteen: I have made a grave mistake and have updated a profile I do not want to upgrade. I am a member from 2008 my name is crimsondawn somestupidpunk@hotmail.com is my email.
Help
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February 7, 2022 at 3:32PM
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| Destinee Wallace1: Where can I find your content guidelines for writing stories. What is appropriate to submit.
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February 21, 2022 at 3:52PM
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| Tom Horonzy: I had an entry for a contest that was disqualified and removed before voting by the CEC because I missed it being a POEM contest whereas my piece was free verse/prose. Can I re-enter it n a free verse contest? please advise.
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February 24, 2022 at 11:45PM
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FanStory:
We updated your fan list. If you view your fan list for those you are following You will see two tabs. The first tab will show you authors that you are following with their most recent post. The second list will show you all your fans with the option to start/stop notifications and also the ability to remove them.
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September 28, 2021 at 10:26PM
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| country ranch writer: I don?t Romberg putting in for a seal.guess I am getting nuts ever think I could ever get one in. The first place.
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| qlatifah: FanStory is a great way to enhance your writing skills, enter act with other members and receive feedback.
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October 7, 2021 at 10:15PM
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| Kelley Liberty1: Oi ve my phone had a problem so did I no problem my menu was missing thank you for your time
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October 10, 2021 at 12:08AM
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Gwsheya2015: Responding to Sandra Video
Thank you very much Sandra for your input and recommendations of Fan Story. And thanks Fan Story for giving us all a chance
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October 20, 2021 at 11:09PM
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| NaughtieScribe: I wrote a review for a short poem and find I am unable to review any works. Puzzling since I renewed my membership several weeks ago. Can you assist? Thanks much.
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October 22, 2021 at 1:22PM
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| Lloyd T. Okoko: I'm still roving. Will soon get my bearings right. Ï appreciate your concern. Remain Blessés.
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November 9, 2021 at 4:35AM
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| Brian Taylor1: Thanks to all at FanStory. The most creative site in our galaxy.
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| Eunice Amero: Thank you for much . I am not used to just how fanstory works yet but lm trying to understand.
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December 28, 2021 at 10:51PM
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| Eunice Amero: Thank you for much . I am not used to just how fanstory works yet but lm trying to understand.
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December 28, 2021 at 10:51PM
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| joycetreasures: Thank you kindly. Happy New Year to you!
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| Cecilia Lynne1: Thank you, update very much appreciated.
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January 17, 2022 at 11:04PM
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FanStory:
The Fan List menu item has been removed. From your "Social" menu choose "Fan List" to access your fan listing. Sorry for any inconvenience.
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September 27, 2021 at 6:10PM
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| Kelley Liberty1: I'm a writer and not much following anyone yet my writing form has been moved from my app you just put it there
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October 9, 2021 at 11:49PM
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| Lloyd T. Okoko: I'll tidy up. Remain Blessed.
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November 9, 2021 at 4:38AM
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FanStory:
Introducing the "FAN LIST" menu feature! Use this new menu item to easily track new writing from authors that you are a fan of. This menu item automatically updates every time someone you are a fan of posts something new. This replaces the "Buddy" menu item which is available from your profile.
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September 11, 2021 at 3:37PM
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Jannypan (Jan) : How does one go from the last listing on their page to more of the fans? I know I have more fans than what is currently shoiwing.
Thank you.
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September 11, 2021 at 4:37PM
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| FanStory: The feature is to see authors that you are following that have recently posted. So the listing doesn't show all authors that you are following. It shows you the 15 that posted recently.
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| nor84: I hope it may be upgraded so I could delete fans that are dead or gone from the site for years.
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September 11, 2021 at 11:30PM
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| FanStory: That actually went in today! Along with an update with the look and feel of your fan list. You can now remove someone that has fanned you but has not been active for six months of more.
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September 12, 2021 at 10:22AM
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| AJ McCall: Wow. That's a really cool feature.
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September 13, 2021 at 11:26AM
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gudbjorg: I think that's a good idea as "FAN LIST" is more to the point.
Gb
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September 15, 2021 at 5:51PM
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| Lloyd T. Okoko: I'll approximate soon. Romain Blesséd.
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November 9, 2021 at 4:42AM
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FanStory:
So you like free form poetry? No rules! You just wanna' write. We just added three free verse contests for a total of four! The next one up is the No Rules Poetry (deadline approaching quickly on this one). Also check out the Free Verse Poem contest, the Free Form Poetry Contest and the Free Verse Poetry Contest. Best of luck and we hope you enjoy!
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August 13, 2021 at 10:46AM
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Jannypan (Jan) : These new site contests should generate interest. Thank you.
Please consider adding new categories for poetry/prose such as: animals, science, and history (not connected as War & History).
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August 13, 2021 at 11:38AM
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| FanStory: Thank you.
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August 13, 2021 at 3:21PM
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Dr. Nad: by Dr. Nad
Let it RHYME
I have a thing about poetry,
I don't know where to start.
I can't put my finger on it.
It just seems to touch my . . . Brain.
BUT . . . There's something that's irked me,
and YOU probably think it's a joke.
I will admit, it's somewhat whimsical,
SO in fun I have to . . . Jab.
I won't say I'M a poet,
that's such a lofty title.
But sometimes my thoughts flow,
then other times they're stuck in . . . Neutral.
(But back to the thing that bugs me,
it's easy for me to digress.
Too often I lose my train of thought,
leaving my listener to . . . Wonder.)
I have a peeve . . .
And it's probably my pet.
I will tell you what it is,
but not quite . . . Now.
I am sure that we all have them,
you tell yours, and I tell mine.
Of all the things that could frost us,
For me it's the end of a . . . Phrase.
I'll get intrigued with the title,
of a poem I want to read.
I'm engrossed with the first few lines,
but it fails to meet my . . . Desire.
If you go through all the trouble,
taking so much of your time,
picking out just the phrase that you want,
why not make it . . . Sound the same?
So if YOU ever take up poetry,
and the limericks are coming fast,
just remember this little ditty,
and rhyme the word you put on . . . The end!
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August 28, 2021 at 10:22PM
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FanStory:
We are so happy to share this new video. These are the words of Sandra Stoner-Mitchell that she shared with us. You may know her as sandramitchell. If you enjoy the video please feel free to share that or perhaps your experience at FanStory in a comment on YouTube.
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July 20, 2021 at 1:36PM
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| Gloria ....: So well done, Sandra. Professional, mentions many of the highlights of FanStory, and is a terrific success story. Bravo!
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July 20, 2021 at 3:16PM
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Begin Again: Congratulations on a job well done.
You not only have found success in your ability to write exciting and entertaining stories, but you take the time to promote and encourage others to follow their dreams as well. I am so proud of all your accomplishments!
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July 20, 2021 at 3:42PM
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| damommy: I'm so happy for you! I just wish they'd used your own voice!
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July 20, 2021 at 4:08PM
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FanStory:
We got the message! Thank you! We added more in depth writing contests. A First Book Chapter writing contest has been announced. Start your new book with this writing contest! We didn't stop there. You can enter the Fantasy Writing Contest, the Science Fiction Writing Contest and the Western Writing Contest. These are not flash fiction writing contests. Judges will be looking for in depth writing! Help support these contests. Tell your friends. Share the news on your social media account. And enjoy!
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June 9, 2021 at 8:31AM
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| AJ McCall: Awesome! I can't wait to enter!!
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June 9, 2021 at 10:03AM
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Jannypan (Jan) : Thank you. Now, please, add some updated contests, and delete some of those oldies, but not goodies. There has been an overabundance of 575 /353/ 535/ 161 /2102/ etc. We need more challenging prompts that are NEW.
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June 9, 2021 at 1:14PM
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| nor84: And, Tom, the prose writers would like contests that cover more than the genres you listed. How about Action/Adventure and Romance? Not all of us write Sci-fi, Western or Fantasy, but there are some who can write anything.
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June 9, 2021 at 3:55PM
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FanStory: Appreciate the feedback. We will cycle different types (like romance) if these are well received.
The reason you see the 5-7-5's and the flash fiction contests is because they are so popular. The Sonnet contest, for example, sees a fraction of the entries of a 5-7-5. That said, there are many different type of poetry contests available to enter. You just see more of the popular ones because that is what authors enjoy writing for.
But we do monitor the site member contests. If something does well (fills up for example) that's a good sign and often results in a repeat with a cash prize. So if you have an idea of what you think will be well received - create it.
Thanks,
Tom
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June 9, 2021 at 4:43PM
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| Carol Hillebrenner: I have a first novel contest entry and will get it polished. Thanks.
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June 17, 2021 at 5:32PM
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| Raul1: Awesome! Thanks!
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July 4, 2021 at 12:05PM
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| cailinraine8: Thank you. I was a member previously and I am glad to see the changes you have made for the better. It is important to me that the writing that earns good reviews on here is of a high calibre. Otherwise writers are not learning to better themselves. I look forward to "meeting" new friends on here again. Thanks again :)
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July 19, 2021 at 4:53PM
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Gwsheya2015: Gwsheya,
Thank you Sandra for you input and recommendations of Fan Story
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October 20, 2021 at 11:07PM
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Lobber: Re: "A First Book Chapter" contest closes in 2 days
Please reply
and
Re Document within a chapter
In my first chapter of 2,138 words, a character finds a printed sheet of paper - a song sheet that contains 11 lines of lyrics.
The finding of the song sheet document is essential to the story line of the mystery plot.
Also, I have placed the document as an image within my chapter text. Is my entry acceptable or is the song sheet document with its seven lines that rhyme considered poetry?
- Lobber
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January 9, 2022 at 2:28PM
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Lobber: Re: "A First Book Chapter" contest closes in 2 days
Please reply
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Re Document within a chapter
In my first chapter of 2,138 words, a character finds a printed sheet of paper - a song sheet that contains 11 lines of lyrics.
The finding of the song sheet document is essential to the story line of the mystery plot.
Also, I have placed the document as an image within my chapter text. Is my entry acceptable or is the song sheet document with its seven lines that rhyme considered poetry?
- Lobber
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January 9, 2022 at 2:28PM
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FanStory:
The Christmas decorations are up! If you want the full experience and you have changed your colors from the default you can go to your settings page to choose "Edit Colors" and chose "Blue (default)".
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December 10, 2020 at 9:34PM
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December 26, 2020 at 1:41AM
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| Badger_29: They found a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and yours
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December 26, 2020 at 2:22AM
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Omar sb : Hello FanStory Team,
Happy Holidays.
Is it possible to submit a different poem for the free verse Poetry Contest?
I would like to exchange ?Your Light? to ?Stockholm Syndrome?
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December 26, 2020 at 11:07AM
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evesayshi: I appreciate your attention in this regard, especially during these dire times. Thank you, Tom and all...Eve
evesayshi
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January 2, 2021 at 5:36PM
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March 8, 2021 at 9:45PM
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Cecilia Lynne1: Very grateful for all of the encouragement that
I receive from other authors that inspires me to continue and learn. Thank you!
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March 13, 2021 at 8:31AM
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FanStory:
We've updated your promotion screen! When you promote your work or use Member Cent Pumps, it's easier to use other certificates. For example, you can quickly see if you have a banner active. If not, activate one. All certificates are now available and usable on this one screen.
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Paul Borders: Hi Tom, I'm messaging to ask if a recently disqualified entry by the CEC can be reinstated. They said it didn't follow the guidelines of being a story for the Big Historical Event contest.
If it can be reinstated, here's the edited version:
Pope Benedict XVI was the first Pope to resign in over 500 years. In a recent interview with Joseph Ratzinger, he detailed why he stepped down. He was upset the Bishops referred to him as "Eggs". His dissatisfaction grew with his cell phone provider charging him Roman fees. Working church ballgames was demeaning; going from confessions to concessions. It made him uneasy listening to all the rumors he was going to get what Italy is shaped like. He had noticed the church attitude went from Vatican to Vatican't. The writing was on the wall when he found out he smarted off to his superior on Undercover Boss. A business opportunity presented itself for him to open his own pawn shop called Pawntiffs. He chose not to renew the lease on the Pope-mobile. Joseph concluded his comments by saying... "Popin' ain't easy".
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| John bailey: I will love anything that works to make it easier to promote my work thank you
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August 4, 2020 at 11:23PM
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| Becky Kern-Taylor: I don't understand any of this. Where are Member Cent Pumps at? Where do I activate a banner?
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August 13, 2020 at 1:55AM
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Lulube: Tom
I had a banner that I did not use for a long, long time until recently, and when I clicked on it, it vanished, it was lost. I do not know where it went. Why would this happen?
lulube
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August 16, 2020 at 5:05PM
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| Jasmine Girl: Too bad. It looks like I will miss the deadline for 2-10-2 contest and lose $5.5. I will wait for the next 2-10-2 contest.
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August 20, 2020 at 2:43PM
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| Becky Kern-Taylor: How do I "quickly see if you have a banner active"???? Sorry I am such a pest, but you see I have my grandchildren help me with things on my cell and computer. "But Grandma it's so easy you just do this and this and look, there you are". REALLY HOW DID YOU LEARN TO DO THAT. "Oh, I just know". That's when I slapped her. :)
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| joycetreasures: Thanks always for your timely response to my questions. It's always appreciated.
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September 5, 2020 at 7:51AM
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| Becky Kern-Taylor: How would I know if I have a banner? Where do I find that?
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September 6, 2020 at 2:34PM
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| Mary Hollingsworth: great and convenient improvement! Thanks Tom and Staff for making the writing and promotion features more accessible.
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| Possummagic: I can?t promote it because I want to enter it into a contest. If it gets reviewed don?t I lose that right. I haven?t tried to get it reviewed so I don?t know how it was available to be reviewed.
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| John Cole: Fanstory, I think I messed up promoting my poem book. I think it only promoted the first chapter. I was trying to promote the whole book for the seal review. Is there anyway to fix this?
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Barbara Zapson: I do not understand your banners, member cent pumps or "other certificates." When I joined FanStory, I did so because I though that, once I paid for joining this "free submissions site", I wouldn't have to do anything but submit my stories and poems! Now I find I have to "buy" various items and don't even understand what their purposes are.
Could you please explain all this to me?
Thank you. Barbara Zapson - barbzap37@gmail.com
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Wendy G: I agree with Barbara Zapson's comments below.
Is there somewhere which explains all the different elements to this? Like Barbara, I was interested in entering various competitions simply for writing practice and self-improvement.
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| Cecilia Lynne1: A question that I am not seeing an answer. I was a member and writing under my same pen name in the early 2000's. Had to stop due to illness. Wanting to get past work reinstated or made obtainable. Work at that time was copyrighted?
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| Cecilia Lynne1: A question that I am not seeing an answer. I was a member and writing under my same pen name in the early 2000's. Had to stop due to illness. Wanting to get past work reinstated or made obtainable. Work at that time was copyrighted?
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| Patricia Cammish: Thank you although I'm still trying to get my head around all this
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November 28, 2020 at 5:38AM
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| Patricia Cammish: Thank you very much . Only a few days on FanStory but enjoying it hugely
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November 30, 2020 at 6:27AM
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LilyJR: I would like to promote "Christmas Day." Please advise how this is done.
Thank you.
Lily Jarman-Reisch
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December 5, 2020 at 9:16PM
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