Yesterday I extolled upon you the joys of the list post. Really, when a list hits and goes viral, there’s nothing like it. Plus I find them a lot of fun to write. Don’t take my word for it though, I’d like you to try it out for yourself. In fact, we want to make a contest of it.
What’s the Plan, Stan?
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to make a list post. That’s it, really. Between now and the end of the day April 20th, you must post a list on your blog.
Are there Rules?
Oh yes. Without rules chaos ensues. Can’t have that.
- This list post must pertain to your niche. Unless you don’t have a niche, then you have free range.
- The post must be a numbered list post.
- The post must have at least five items
- This must be a new post and not one previously written
- The post has to be on a blog.
- Entries must be received no later than 11:59 on April 20th to qualify.
- Post a link to your list in the comments.
While a link back to Network Blogging Tips is always appreciated, it’s not necessary. That isn’t why we’re doing this. We know network bloggers come up with some creative ideas. Let’s show everyone how creative we can be.
Tell us about the prize, Deb
Oh yes, the prize. Glad you asked. The winner of the Network Blogging Tips Blogging Challenge will win a OneTouch 4 Mini 250 GB external hard drive, worth $129.00. I have one I’m using right now and this is an awesome prize. Use it to back up your machine for the dreaded “just in case” or use it to store images and other memory-sucking files. I found since using portable hard drives and flash drives I don’t have as many issues with a slow laptop. Plus I know if I ever have a really bad crash everything’s on the external and I’m not so screwed. It’s easy to use, just plug it into your USB port and go. This is a cool get, folks.
Sounds good, I’m going to make my list right now!
Believe us when we tell you we can’t wait to see your lists. Remember, a good list post is one that entertains, enlightens and amuses. A good list is discussed, debated and added to for months to come. Enjoy blogging, I know we’ll enjoy reading.
Hey Deb,
Thanks for this! How fun! I joined in! http://www.beautybydesignonline.com/2008/04/11/5-things-to-pray-about/
Here’s my entry: http://dawnandjimmy.us/blog/2008/04/11/making-a-list-checking-it-twice/
Thanks for the opportunity!
Here’s mine.
http://thesugarbuzzproject.net/my-top-ten-reasons-to-work-from-home/
Great contest! Here’s my entry! Thanks!
http://ericadewolf.wordpress.com/2008/04/11/5-ridiculously-obvious-email-marketing-tips/
What a great prize. I put mine up:
http://quiet-mom.com/index.php/my-favorite-hymns/
YAE (Yet another Entry)
http://www.crabbyfatguy.com/?p=832
Here’s mine:
http://richardzowie.blogspot.com/2008/04/top-10-reasons-why-michigan-cold-beats.html
Ooh, ooh! I have one! It’s right here.
great prize
Sweet prize, cool contest.
I blogged about you and linked back here…
http://steviekeith.blogspot.com/2008/04/5-random-quotes.html
I made a list for you. http://www.cookerati.com/five-new-things-ive-done-this-year-pertaining-to-cooking/
Here ya go.
http://bobsbarandgrill.blogspot.com/2008/04/ten-reasons-you-should-not-drink-and.html
I’m in.
http://holidayideasandcrafts.blogspot.com/2008/04/ways-to-steer-clear-of-heat-stress-and.html
Great contest! http://fabfoods.blogspot.com/2008/04/6-foods-you-should-always-have-on-hand.html
nice
http://www.readwriteweb.com/archives/6_web_apps_slow_news_day.php
Unfortunately, I couldn’t put numbers because the editor was against using them. Hopefully this doesn’t disqualify me.
My list is HERE. Thanks!
This is fun. I usually write huge essays about reading and writing memoirs. Each takes a long time to write and also to read. Thanks for the incentive to try something breezier. I write an essay a few months ago about Brooke Shields’ memoir, “Down Came the Rain.” To enter the contest I offered five reasons why I read a celebrity memoir even though I usually avoid them.
5 Reasons Why I Read Brook Shields’ Memoir
Jerry Waxler
Memory Writers Network
Quick question…
How will the winner be determined?
I have a list for you:
http://www.motherearthsgarden.com/6-ways-to-encourage-children-to-enjoy-gardening/
I went with my Top Five Favorite Dancing Shows
http://tvoftheabsurd.com/2008/04/14/absurds-top-five-dancing-shows/
Ok, here’s mine.
People Who Make Me Want to Puke on Kittens
http://www.neverbeencool.com/2008/04/15/people-who-make-me-want-to-puke-on-kittens/
Here’s mine on the best and worst things about having your house catch on fire:
http://brookelorren.blogspot.com/2008/04/listmania-best-and-worst-of-house-fires.html
This is my entry – 10 Doable Steps To Have 27 Hours A Day
Thanks for the opportunity, Enjoy
Deb:
Thanks for hosting the contents. Below is a link to my entry. My blog readers have made a number of search inquiries on creating a web TV show, so as a show producer myself I decided to help them.
http://tinyurl.com/47ve9v
John
Thanks Deb, you inspired me to do a bit of thinking and create my list of 7 reasons why I have to finish writing my novel. Now I have to stop reading interesting blogs and go and write!
Hi Deb,
Love this new blog. It is so helpful. Here is the link to my list post.
http://blondieinbrazil.blogspot.com/2008/04/time-for-some-positive-thinking.html
Here’s a link to my Cloverfield-inspired blog on movies about oversized creatures.
http://auriette.blogspot.com/
Nice Idea. Here is my URL http://runningshoes4ever.blogspot.com/2008/04/7-reasons-to-start-runnung.html
That was too much fun. Thanks for the challenge!
Here is my contribution at BigShoes:
http://bigshoes.today.com/2008/04/20/outrageous-bigshoes-observanceson-shoes/
Here’s my list for being a successful artist.
http://weirdandsurprisinglygood.blogspot.com/2008/04/list-to-help-artists-to-be-successful-1.html
This is a fun contest. Thank you for hosting!
I’ve enjoyed this idea of writing a list post so I wrote 3 this week. I am submitting the one on why writing a list is good for you.
It’s been fun reading the other list posts.
Susan
Sorru, I forgot to include the link. http://fruitfulwords.wordpress.com/2008/04/14/why-writing-a-list-is-good-for-you/
I was checking through the RSS and found this. I just wrote this post and thought what the hell?
Post here.
yay! Here’s my link, it’s my list of online resources for ideas on what to knit and crochet and places that have good explanations.
http://extrapoints4effort.blogspot.com/2008/04/creating-things-with-yarn-resource-list.html
Thought I’d join in the fun. Thanks!
http://lukegoodman.blogspot.com/
Just checking to see if a winner has been declared?