You're a good writer. Have faith in your writing no matter the outcome of the contest. I kinda like contests because I'm competitive but not because I trust their evaluation of my work against someone else's work. You never know what you're up against. Take that with a grain of salt attached to the rim of a Margarita, and you will be in great shape!
Thank you so much Mimi. Yes, I know that contests don't really evaluate my work against someone else's. And yet they do, otherwise, they can't chose one writer over another. But, there are so many forces at work, including the prejudices of those who read it. If they hate cats, and your story is about a cat, you're probably sunk in the first paragraph. But as far as salt on the rim of a Margarita, yes, sure! I'll take that and enjoy it. I do so appreciate your comments!
Ah, Miss Beverley, you do warm my heart with your sweet encouragement! As you say, who knows, it may be just what stands out from the crowd. I would be pretty thrilled even with being short listed. Or even long listed. But the money would be so, so much better!
You're a good writer. Have faith in your writing no matter the outcome of the contest. I kinda like contests because I'm competitive but not because I trust their evaluation of my work against someone else's work. You never know what you're up against. Take that with a grain of salt attached to the rim of a Margarita, and you will be in great shape!
Thank you so much Mimi. Yes, I know that contests don't really evaluate my work against someone else's. And yet they do, otherwise, they can't chose one writer over another. But, there are so many forces at work, including the prejudices of those who read it. If they hate cats, and your story is about a cat, you're probably sunk in the first paragraph. But as far as salt on the rim of a Margarita, yes, sure! I'll take that and enjoy it. I do so appreciate your comments!
Good for you girl. Glad you've done this. Rules should be broken. You open up for growth and change which is life. All in an excellent cause too.
I wish you success whatever the out come. Entering in means you could very well win.
You were with me in the garage when I got that call from Sky Arts do you remember.
I was so amazed as sometimes things happen and you just get lucky.
So good luck Rose I'm certain you are in with a good chance.
Ah, Miss Beverley, you do warm my heart with your sweet encouragement! As you say, who knows, it may be just what stands out from the crowd. I would be pretty thrilled even with being short listed. Or even long listed. But the money would be so, so much better!