FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Man in the Shadows finished third in the contest "Quatrain Poetry"


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Things to Do Before I Die finished third in the contest "Top 20 Bucket List"


Darlene Franklin: Thank you, FanStory for giving Love's Reversal an honorable mention! It's an honor to be recognized among stiff competition.


Darlene Franklin: I stumbled upon some exciting news last night. Forgive me if I boast!

I've had a boost in my book sales recently, so I was checking online to see if someone had written about me or promoted my books without my knowledge.

Well, no.

But I did discover that I hold the #2 author ranking in the category of anthologies and collections at Thrift Books. And they have one million books in inventory!
Unfortunately, I don't make a penny out of their sales, but I'm blown over by that degree of popularity.


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Little Black Dress finished third in the contest "Mono-rhyme"


Darlene Franklin: New writiing up in my Knowing God book today.


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Don't Kiss the Bartender finished second in the contest "100 Word Dash"


Darlene Franklin: Thanks to everyone who voted for my two stories, The Sock Universe and September 9, 2069. I'm having fun spreading my story-telling wings to writie more than romance.


Darlene Franklin: Thanks to everyone who voted for my two stories, The Sock Universe and September 9, 2069. I'm having fun spreading my story-telling wings to writie more than romance.


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: The Sock Universe finished first in the contest "Mischief Night Fiction Contest"


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: September 9, 2069 finished third in the contest "Sunday, Monday, Doomsday..."


Darlene Franklin: Don't fret, more of Knowing God is coming! I'm studying the hands of God. Who knew how much I would find? Hundreds of verses, suggesting three separate entries. They're coming.
    damommy: That will be interesting. -


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Field of Dreams finished third in the contest "5-7-5 Movie Review"


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Birthday Greetings finished third in the contest "October* Even-the-Odds Poem"


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Autumn's Color finished third in the contest "Orange You Glad It's Autumn?"


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Finding Dear John finished first in the contest "Soulmate"


Darlene Franklin: I was ready to quit FanStory last month, and I'm so glad I didn't. I currently have three books in the works, inspired by what I've written here; and the desire to post daily, to participate in contests, keeps me working on them instead of letting them slide in favor of something else! Thank you for the creative environment. Oh, and I already have a publisher for 2 of the books.
    nor84: Good! Don't let the membership, a review, or a contest put you off this site. I entered a contest with poor results, but later sold the entry to a magazine for $100. I've won $100 from entering site contests about twice, though that's difficult because you're always up against the best writers on the site. I've met people from all over the world on here and some in person. Being on here, if nothing else, will keep you writing. -


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow finished first in the contest "Naughty game"


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Taka's Flaming Arrow finished third in the contest "Stars Short Story Contest"


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Hope Renewed finished second in the contest "Spring"


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: The Kidnapping of Lucy Driscoll finished second in the contest "Kidnapped!"


Darlene Franklin: I am honored! Two stories are "well received" at the moment. I'd love for you to check them out. "The Unstoppable Sheldon Holder" and "The Last Library."


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: A Just Anger finished second in the contest "Feelings"
    juliaSjames: Congratulations on your second place win.
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Darlene Franklin: What a banner day yesterday was! The kind I can take out and revisit the next time I'm discouraged. My poem, Fan the Flame, placed first in the temptation contest; my poems, Colors, My Family and Me, received that 15th review and recognized status; and I reached 4 works of short fiction and jumped into the standings at 172.

Thanks to all of you who have encouraged me, reviewed my work, helped me understand this website better, and who've voted for me.
    Sarkems: See? Dunno what you were worried about. You've won more in five minutes than I have in 7 years. You go, girl. -
    Darlene Franklin: Sarkems, I am realizing that, so very blessed and thankful. Thanks for your encouragement. -


Darlene Franklin: Thanks to everyone who voted for Fan into Flames! I am delighted to receive this win.
    kahpot: A very deserving win! congratulations -


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Fan Into Flame finished first in the contest "Temptation Poetry"


Darlene Franklin: Happy Lord's Day, everyone!


Darlene Franklin: Excited to earn my first reviewing star today!


Darlene Franklin: I was delighted to discover I've moved up to "getting hot" popularity status after only 3 weeks or so on the site. Thanks to everyone who is supporting me!


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Rainbow Thief finished second in the contest "100 Word Story"


Darlene Franklin: Happy Lord's Day, whoever you are and whatever you believe. May the Lord bless and keep you.


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Bravery of Bees finished first in the contest "Etheree"


FanStory wrote to Darlene Franklin: Grandma's Glue finished first in the contest "3-5-3"


Darlene Franklin: I'm an established author of fiction and nonfictions (60+ books and hundreds of articles published), and I'm delighted to have found this community!
    Ms. Snyder: Welcome, Ms. Franklin - I hope you settle in and enjoy the forum as much as I do! Cheers, Fonda -


Darlene Franklin: I'm an established author of fiction and nonfictions (60+ books and hundreds of articles published), and I'm delighted to have found this community!