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News update February 27, 2007

Posted by Jam in News.
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It’s been almost a week since the Urban Chick press release was sent out, and it’s already creating waves.

1. Radio 2000 interview

    I’ll be on Radio 2000 at 13:10 on Thursday 1 March to talk about Urban Chick. Keep an ear out if you’re curious about the original motivation for the project, and where we plan on taking it.

2. Viral marketing

    The word is spreading. Thanks to rage.co.za for putting up the press release on their very funky site. Thanks also to all linked bloggers for either advertising it on their sites, or for linking back here. We figured that the best way to start this process was to use the very network that inspired it. So far it’s working, which is testimony to the strength of our online communities.

3. Submissions

    Submissions are already trickling in. Get busy with your pens / laptops / desktops. Get writing. Add your voice to this book!

4. Do I have to be South African?

    A question was posted in the comments section of The Chiz, asking if expats could send in entries. Urban Chick is about a contemporary South African context, and therefore it’s important than anyone considering submitting a story should have an immediate, visceral understanding of this context. For this reason, if you’ve been living out of South Africa for over a year, we will not consider your entry.

5. Do I need to be an experienced writer?

    Yes, and no. We’re not just looking for stories from published authors. We’re looking stories from all women who have great stories to tell. What we publish will be based on the merit of the story, rather than on experience.

If you have any questions, ideas or comments, please feel free to leave your footprint in the comments section. This is not only about the book, it’s also about creating a community where we can share our stories and thoughts.

Comments»

1. Daytripper - February 27, 2007

I am so glad to see entries coming in already.. that means some women have actually been writing this stuff already, which means the whole idea is spot on!

2. Dolce - February 27, 2007

Jam, I’m dead impressed girl.

Can I submit something I’ve already blogged?

Send your press release to ladolcevitasa@yahoo.com and I’ll post it on blogmark.

I like this. A lot.