I wasn't able to attend the conference, but several thoughtful and kind-hearted writing friends notified me via social media that my name had been called Saturday night.
Now that the official results have been posted on the MWG website I can announce my winnings:
1st Place "The Magic of Writing" - Blog Post, sponsored by Whispering Prairie Press
2nd Place "Wisdom in Ruby Red" - Second Chance Essay, sponsored by the Writer's Society of Jefferson County
3rd Place "Sweet Memories" - Inspirational Essay, sponsored by Saturday Writers
I'm always pleased and excited to have my work recognized, and I'm thrilled that so many of my writing friends were among the winners whose works were also given awards.
Here's a partial list of the winners:
Coffee and Critique group members and blogger buddies who took home prizes are: Janet Bettag, Margo Dill, Sylvia Forbes, Marcia Gaye, Jennifer Hashieder, Claudia Mundell, Alice Muschany, Sheree Nielsen, Linda O'Connell, Sarah Patsaros, Doyle Suit, and Jack Zerr.
Also winning first place was the Saturday Writers Cuivre River Anthology, which took home the top prize in the Best Anthology category, sponsored by Blank Slate Press.
To view the complete list of winners and to see a photo of MWG President Steve Wiegenstein with the winners who were on hand to accept their awards, click on the links above.
Congratulations to all the winners, and a special thanks to the chapters and groups who sponsored contests.
Congratulations to all the winners, and a special thanks to the chapters and groups who sponsored contests.
