Be the Star You Are!  501 c3 charity announces its

3rd annual essay contest to promote literacy and positive messages

www.bethestaryouare.org.

DATES: October 9-December 27, 2006
FEE  $10 donation per entry
1st Prize - $100 plus guest appearance on the nationally syndicated
radio program, Be the Star You Are! (Total value, $700)  Additionally,
your story will be published in our StarSearcher Express newsletter and
at www.bethestaryouare.org.  Other Prizes to be announced.

You may choose from the three following topics
1. In your life, explain how you overcame a personal struggle through
positive thinking and believing in yourself and others.
2. Within the world there are many problems and turmoil with different
nations, what type of support and help would you give to the citizens of
these countries if you had the power to do so.
3. In your life explain someone's life who has a served as a role model
for you, that you have followed, so that you could be who you are
today.

All submissions must be received by Be the Star You Are! by  midnight
December 27, 2006. Essays accepted by mail or email.
You may enter as many essays as you'd like, however each one must be in
a separate email or envelope accompanied by a $10 tax deductible
donation entry fee.
Be the Star You Are! is a 501 C3 charity. All entry fee donations are
tax deductible according to the law.
* Any statistics must be documented with researched sources.
* Word Count: Please keep stories between 300-600 words .
* Email address: ? cynthia@star-style.com
  (no attachments, please - place your essay within the body of the email)
* US  mail ? Be the Star You Are! charity, PO Box 376, Moraga, Ca. USA 94556
* All submissions must be original, and the sole property of the author.
  Author retains all rights to submission. Winners and runners-up
entries will be published on Be the Star You Are! web site effective
January 9, 2007. Winners notified by that date. Winners will be listed
in the newsletter and on the web site. No additional mailings will be
considered. Payment accepted by check, money order , VISA, MasterCard,
or PAYPAL.
Please supply:
     * Author's name
     * Mailing address
     * Email address
     * Phone number
     * Word count
     * 30 Word BIO
For more information, please visit: www.bethestaryouare.org

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SHORT STORY CONTEST ENCOURAGING YOUNG VOICES

Community Voice Media, LLC, announces a nationwide short story contest
inviting students, 3rd - 12th Grades to Speak Up and share their hopes,
dreams and ideas on improving their world.

    "Community Voice Media, Just for Mom Foundation and Lullallee
Productions announce their partnership to support this literacy project,"
said Bobbi Carducci, spokesperson for the Round Hill, Virginia, based
publishing company.  www.communityvoicemedia.com 

    "The Mom's Choice Awards Proudly Announces they will host the Young
Voices of America National Writing Contest at their televised event in the
Fall of 2007," said Tara Paterson, Founder of Just for Mom Enterprises and
creator of the Mom's Choice Awards.  http://momschoiceawards.com
    With Great Pride and Pleasure, Lullalee Productions & Services joins
The Just for Mom Foundation to host Young Voices of America National WritingContest. This competition will spawn new readers, new authors and upliftAmerica's staggering literacy rate. http://www.lullaleepublications.org  
   

In addition to participating in the televised program, prizes for
the winning entries include cash awards for first, second and third place
winners in two categories and one Grand Prize in the amount of $500.00.

    Prizes are awarded for the entries that speak up in the most
positive way to offer a solution to or shed light on an existing problem
teens feel adults are not hearing or not successfully addressing.

"The mission of Community Voice Media is to make a positive difference in
the community by providing a program of support for young writers,
encouraging them to let their voices be heard." 
Complete contest guidelines and entry form are available at
www.communityvoicemedia.com

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2006 NATIONAL FANTASY FAN FEDERATION (N3F) AMATEUR SHORT STORY CONTEST

Story Contest Rules and Entry Blank

1: This contest is open to all amateur writers in the field, whether members of N3F or not. We define an amateur as someone who has sold no more than two stories to the professional science fiction or fantasy publications.

2: Stories must be original, unpublished, not more than 7500 words in length, and must be science fiction and/or fantasy in the opinion of the judges.

3: Manuscripts should be typed on one side of a 8 ½" x 11" white paper, double spaced, with the title on each page. The name of the author should not appear anywhere on the manuscript to ensure impartial judging. Photo copies are acceptable, if they are of good quality. Computer print outs must be legible.

4: Contestants may enter any number of stories, provided each is accompanied by a separate entry blank and fee. Enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope (SASE) for the return of the story at the end of the contest. Keep a copy in case of accidental loss. We are not responsible for lost manuscripts.

5: Entry fees are $2 for N3F members in good standing, $4 for non-members. The extra $2 is for printing and publicity, paid for by N3F funds. The basic $2 is for judge's expenses and prizes. Members of N3F are encouraged to enter the contest, but will not receive preference in judging. Due to a long-standing agreement with the British Science Fiction Association, BSFA members pay the same fee as N3F members.

6: Cash prizes totaling $100 will be awarded as follows: First prize is $50; Second $30; Third $20. Honorable mentions and semi-finalists will receive a choice of paperback books available.

7: Send all manuscripts, together with SASE's, blanks, and entry fees, to the contest manager: Jeff Redmond 1335 Beechwood NE Grand Rapids MI 49505-3830; redmondjeff@hotmail.com. Checks payable to Jeff Redmond. Dollar bills, or unused stamps (mint, not recycled) are acceptable. All entries must be received or post marked no later than December 31st, 2006.

8: The Preliminary Judge, who will pick the 10 or 12 semi-finalists, will be a knowledgeable N3F member. The Final Judge will be a professional writer.

9: The N3F assumes no publishing rights or obligations. We want to encourage pro sales, not fan publication. All entries will be returned after the contest is over. Winners will be notified as soon as the judging is completed. A full report will be made to N3F soon after the first of the year.

REQUIRED ENTRY BLANK INFORMATION
Must accompany story!

Title of Story (for identification): ___________________________________________________________
Author's Name & Address: _________________________________________________________________

Enclosed is the entry fee of $4 (N3F or BSFA member $2)
I have read the rules for the 2006 N3F Amateur Short Story Contest, and agree to them.

Signature: ______________________________________________________ Date: ___________________

Questions and submissions are to be made t

Jeff Redmond 1335 Beechwood NE Grand Rapids MI 49505-3830; redmondjeff@hotmail.com.

Announcements and notifications of winning entries will be made in March of 2006.

Recommended reading is ELEMENTS OF STYLE by Strunk and White.

It is also suggested that someone else go over the entry before it is submitted.

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