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Friday, 31 July 2015

WEP First Challenge -- SPECTACULAR SETTINGS -- sign up here!

August 19 - SPECTACULAR SETTINGS.

 This first challenge has two parts. You may do both parts or just one. Your choice.

For this challenge you will:

1.    Firstly share a paragraph from a novel, or an extract from a poem, or a photograph that stopped your heart with a spectacular setting etc. 

2.    Describe how your chosen 'setting' spoke to you. Why did you like it?

3.    Then you have the option to:

     a)     write your own 'setting' piece in any genre, or share a ‘setting’ from your WIP, or…
     b)     write your own poem which highlights 'setting', or 
     c)     share a photograph that blows you away every time you look at it and tell us why.
     d)     share an artwork that shows a 'setting' you love and tell us why you love it.
     e)     write a small playscript which highlights 'setting'.




Here is the InLinkz code if you want to paste onto your blog:
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 Don't forget to share the Challenge
We'd love it if you'd Tweet one of these:

Spectacular Settings Flash Fiction Challenge Link is up Join us! @DeniseCCovey & @YolandaRenee join the fun  http://writeeditpublishnow.blogspot.com/2015/08/wep-first-challenge-spectacular.html #WEPFF

 Time to get serious about the Spectacular Settings Challenge Sign up now!  @DeniseCCovey and @YolandaRenee http://writeeditpublishnow.blogspot.com/2015/08/wep-first-challenge-spectacular.html #WEPFF

Link to Spectacular Settings Flash Fiction Challenge August 19 - Prizes awarded @DeniseCCovey & @YolandaRenee http://writeeditpublishnow.blogspot.com/2015/08/wep-first-challenge-spectacular.html #WEPFF


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71 comments:

  1. Yolanda Renée31 July 2015 at 19:19

    So cool to finally see it live - now the fun begins. Even started writing my submission this evening!

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    1. Denise Covey 31 July 2015 at 22:00

      Great that you're on the way! Can't, just can't, wait to see the results of this challenge.

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  2. Denise Covey 31 July 2015 at 19:22

    Me too. Have been thinking about it for ages, (((smirky face))) but will start writing, or see what i have in my WIPs to post. Choosing my favourite paragraph from a published novel will be tough as I have soooo many! :-)

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    1. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 00:38

      You're right that's going to be the hard part. Hmmm...

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  3. Anonymous31 July 2015 at 19:42

    Entered, spread the word on my FB Page, and scheduled some tweets. I love this concept--really hoping for it to take off!

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    1. Denise Covey 31 July 2015 at 19:57

      With supporters like you going gangbusters, Damyanti, how can it not? Just that everyone is so darned busy it's not always easy to maintain the rage!! But Yolanda and I are really determined to give it our all! Great that you signed up so quickly! Gives us encouragement! And thanks for the shares! We appreciate it so much! :-)

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    2. Anonymous31 July 2015 at 20:09

      Like I said to Yolanda on Twitter, I've always wanted to start something like this, but never had the time, or the right partners in crime. If either you or Yolanda would like to guest post about the challenge on my blog, most welcome. I hope this one takes off and keeps going.

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    3. Denise Covey 31 July 2015 at 21:58

      The right partners in crime is the necessary. I tried doing it alone but way too much! Hopefully Yolanda and I can keep this powering along into the bright future as we both believe totally in this concept. Also, though, can't do it without enthusiastic participants. There's always a cosy little core, but new blood helps a heap. Thank you for spreading the word over and above...you're always a gem. Thank you, thank you!

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    4. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 00:38

      You are an amazing asset to our cause! Thanks Damyantiwrites! Just amazing!

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  4. Debbie D. 31 July 2015 at 23:37

    I found you through Guilie's post on Facebook and will spread the word. Looking forward to it!

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    1. Denise Covey 1 August 2015 at 07:54

      Fantastic Debbie! Lovely to have you!

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    2. Angie3 August 2015 at 14:46

      Debbie has spread the word to me. I'm recruited! Look like fun.

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    3. Denise Covey 4 August 2015 at 04:13

      That's wonderful Angelika. Lovely to have you! It will be lots of fun.

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    4. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 00:39

      Wonderful, so glad others are spreading the word. Welcome Debbie, so glad you're here!

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    5. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 00:40

      And Angelika, thank you too! This is exciting!

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  5. Elephant's Child1 August 2015 at 00:21

    Oooh. Thinking, thinking, thinking. I will certainly be back to read and applaud and may get the courage to dip my toes in the water. Perhaps.

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    1. Denise Covey 1 August 2015 at 07:57

      Thanks for your support. I really hope you realise that it's okay to launch yourself right into this great experience. Part A is an option. Share someone else's work if you're nervous sharing your own. Although there's no need to be nervous amongst like minds. :-)

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    2. D.G. Hudson2 August 2015 at 12:12

      I'd like to encourage EC too, she has an eye for photography and might enjoy the fun!

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    3. Elephant's Child3 August 2015 at 01:39

      Thank you both. Toes will be dipped.

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    4. Denise Covey 3 August 2015 at 02:09

      So pleased you're going to be dipping your toes in EC! Welcome!

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    5. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 00:42

      Toe dipping is a good thing, but be careful, it's very addictive, especially when the water is so warm! Welcome EC and DG!

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  6. K.A. Acharya1 August 2015 at 14:44

    I found about it from Damyanti's Facebook page. Loved the concept.

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    1. Denise Covey 1 August 2015 at 23:24

      Welcome Kiran! Glad you like the concept! Thanks for joining up for our first challenge! :-)

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    2. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 00:37

      Thanks Kiran, so glad to have you, and Damyanti's a one woman recruiter. Love it!

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  7. Denise Covey 2 August 2015 at 05:16

    Piyush, welcome to the WEP blog hop! Can't wait to see your entry. :-)

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    1. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 00:36

      Yes, Piyush, welcome, but 4 entries? Very prolific, can't wait to see them!

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  8. D.G. Hudson2 August 2015 at 12:10

    Well, I'm so glad this has been revived, Denise and Yolanda. It's different in format now, which tweaks my interest and short is about all I can handle while I try to settle in to our new abode. I'm musing about it as I write this. . .thanks to you both for kickstarting my creative muse.

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    1. Denise Covey 2 August 2015 at 22:10

      I think going twice monthly will be more manageable if we want to do it properly which we do. I hope you are settling into your new abode. Also hope the creative muse will kickstart your Paris story. So looking forward to August 19th!

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    2. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 00:33

      Yes semi-monthly is a great idea. I always let my ideas simmer, and then suddenly there it is. Enjoy your new place! Thank so much for signing on!

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  9. cleemckenzie3 August 2015 at 13:40

    I wasn't going to sign up for any hops or extras this month, but you've enticed me!

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    1. Denise Covey 4 August 2015 at 00:02

      We're so thrilled to have such a cast of talented authors to kick off again! Thanks Lee!

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    2. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 00:34

      Cool, so glad we could. Wouldn't be the same without you lee!

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  10. Nilanjana Bose4 August 2015 at 06:45

    Incommunicado due to heavy rains, but finally got to the party! Wouldn't miss this one for the world! :) Travelling back to Bah during that week, so may be a bit late to read, but late or not will be there.

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    1. Denise Covey 4 August 2015 at 08:54

      The reading will still be there Nila. Hope you're having a fab time. Thanks so much

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    2. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 00:31

      Welcome Nila, so wonderful to have you on board. Hope your vacation is still fabulous despite the weather!

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  11. Anonymous4 August 2015 at 11:03

    I've signed up!

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  12. F. Stone4 August 2015 at 14:08

    Please pardon my confusion but what do you mean by: DELETE your former link & add the new direct link with the URL of your entry.

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    1. Denise Covey 4 August 2015 at 19:07

      Hi Feather Stone. That mainly applies to peeps who post on their blog every day or more than once a week. Then readers can't find the actual WEP entry. Happens a lot. People are in a hurry so they just forget it. If you direct link after you've posted, then it remains easy to find. I'll send out an email to clarify before August 19.

      Great to see you back!

      Denise :-)

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    2. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 00:29

      Feather:

      First, so glad you've signed up! But to answer your question:

      We love knowing who the number of and who is participating so emails can be sent with reminders before the actual event. If you'll note the address to your blog such as:

      http://writeeditpublishnow.blogspot.com/

      Anyone clicking on the link will go directly to that particular blog, the most recent posted. So once you've finished your submission and post it on your blog, you'll delete the original link to your blog and add the link to your blog post, which is also the blog URL with the title in it – as this:

      http://writeeditpublishnow.blogspot.com/2015/07/spectacular-settings-mean-spectacular.html

      Now when folks click your link it will take them directly to your post / story for the challenge. And that will remain throughout the challenge and beyond as long as you don't delete the post, giving others a chance to read your work. The views for these challenges are amazing! It's a great way to bring new readers and followers, and get the feedback you want.

      Also, to get the title to show up in your link, just click on the title of your post, and it will appear as the URL, copy that, and paste!

      I hope that helps. Let me know and ask any question, any time.

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  13. Trisha5 August 2015 at 01:30

    I've signed up. Gosh I hope I can find some inspiration in time!

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    1. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 08:14

      Hey Trisha, I've no doubt you will!

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    2. Denise Covey 7 August 2015 at 19:47

      I'm sure you'll come up with something Trisha. Just segue your way in.

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  14. Michelle Wallace5 August 2015 at 01:31

    I added my link.
    Now off to think about my entry...

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    1. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 08:15

      Hi Michelle,
      Looking forward to reading your work!

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    2. Denise Covey 5 August 2015 at 09:00

      This is like old times Michelle! So cool!

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    3. Michelle Wallace20 August 2015 at 04:01

      I've posted!
      I'll admit that I'm a bit nervous... trying something brand new...
      *Deep breathe*
      But I'm wearing my "big-girl-pants"....

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  15. Olga Godim5 August 2015 at 20:30

    I found this site through IWSG and am I glad I did. I subscribed and I'm going to join this challenge. I have one question though. For the initial piece that 'blows me away' - does it have to be a photo or could it be a painting? I found that photos, no matter how good, rarely touch me on the same level paintings do.

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    1. Yolanda Renée5 August 2015 at 21:26

      A painting would be lovely. Please, do! Welcome Olga, so glad to have you on board! Any other questions just ask!

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    2. Denise Covey 7 August 2015 at 19:46

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  16. Li8 August 2015 at 20:10

    OK, I'm in. :) Thanks for the encouragement, Denise.

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    1. Denise Covey 9 August 2015 at 06:52

      So, so excited you took up the challenge Li. You won't regret it!

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  17. Robyn Campbell9 August 2015 at 20:44

    My entry is now going through a spit shine. :-) I have to tweet this too, y'all. But you are getting a lot of entries. YEAH! :-)

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    1. Denise Covey 9 August 2015 at 22:11

      I just chose my Part B today. Glad you've chosen yours. Well, yeah, 31 is a nice starting number but we could handle a few more! Thanks for your Twitter support!

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  18. Kalpana12 August 2015 at 03:04

    I've signed up and am really looking forward to this. Have a couple of ideas now just need the discipline to put pen to paper. And time of course. Cheers from Delhi.

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    1. Yolanda Renée12 August 2015 at 07:32

      Truly excited to have you Kalpanaa, wishing you inspiration and happy writing!

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  19. Bish Denham12 August 2015 at 10:45

    Signed up! Looks like fun.

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  20. RasmaSandra13 August 2015 at 04:26

    I signed up I read the comments and I noted the explanation about the new link once the entry is posted. Do you mean we have to title our entry spectacular settings mean spectacular??? I am a bit confused on that. Or do I just write up my poem and give it the title I want and then how does it link to the challenge. Not entirely sure at all about this.

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    1. Denise Covey 13 August 2015 at 05:34

      Welcome to the challenge Rasma. I will send you an email with further explanation, but meanwhile...Once you've written/posted your entry, (adding WEP to the Post Title), you add it to the linky with 'Direct Link' and your name. Then delete your original link, number 39 above.

      Part A of the challenge is to post something that you've read that is amazing with its setting--maybe a paragraph from a story or a poem for example. Part B is where you create/post your own poem with its own title. In the Post Title, you might add--WEP Spectacular Settings challenge--my poem, ADD TITLE...

      I hope that's a little clearer Rasma. Meanwhile, I'm sending you an email.

      Denise :-)

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  21. Pat Garcia15 August 2015 at 08:23

    Hi Denise, Hi Yolanda,
    Well, I've just signed up. I read this some time ago, but it took me some time to get up the nerves and also to choose the blog I wanted to use for my short stories. If I read the instructions correctly I have until August 26 to post my selection, right?

    Another question - how many words to I have to have describing a setting that I really like? I hope it is not a thousand words.
    Shalom,
    Pat Garcia

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    1. Yolanda Renée15 August 2015 at 14:09

      Hi Pat, so happy to have you aboard! The challenge runs from the 19th through the 26th, so yes you can post as late as the 26th, but also note that the earlier posts receive the most comments. As for the first part of the challenge, the setting you share as one of your personal favorites should be closer to, but no more than 200 words. Your flash fiction piece less than or no more than 1000 words. I hope that helps, if not email either me or Denise. And again, we're so glad you've signed on

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  22. Trisha19 August 2015 at 09:44

    I've posted, but I don't see a way to delete my old link. This is my new one:

    http://twfwordstuff.blogspot.com.au/2015/08/write-edit-publish-spectacular-settings.html

    Thanks :)

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  23. J Lenni Dorner20 August 2015 at 21:06

    Sorry, I'm new to this blog and hop. What does the "DL" in the linky stand for?

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    1. Yolanda Renée20 August 2015 at 21:57

      Hi J Lenni Dorner, welcome to the WEP
      D L means Direct Link - which means when you link up the title of your post shows in the URL - this will allow others to find your entry weeks from now. From this page it will always go directly to your WEP submission. Thanks for asking.

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    2. J Lenni Dorner20 August 2015 at 22:13

      I was thinking that was probably the case, but I wanted to know for sure. Thanks for the reply. I'm working on getting something together for this.

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    3. Yolanda Renée20 August 2015 at 22:20

      Wonderful, we look forward to reading your work!

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  24. Unknown24 August 2015 at 16:23

    Well, it took me longer than I expected, but my post is finally up! Loving the stories I've come across so far!

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    1. Denise Covey 24 August 2015 at 17:04

      Great that you made it Arpan. Thanks for visiting my blog!

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