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Winners of the Writer’s Digest Cliches Contest

Thanks to everyone who participated in the Cliches Contest and contributed their cliche examples. We had a record number of comments on this blog (WOW!). The overwhelming support on Twitter really left me humbled that so many of you enjoyed the post. As a special thanks, instead of giving away just one copy of the “25 Agents Who Want Your Work” issue of Writer’s Digest (as promised), I pulled some strings so I could give away five to five random participants! Here are the winners …

Brian A. Klems
Brian A. Klems

Thanks to everyone who participated in the Cliches Contest and contributed their cliche examples. We had a record number of comments on this blog (WOW!). The overwhelming support on Twitter really left me humbled that so many of you enjoyed the post. As a special thanks, instead of giving away just one copy of the "25 Agents Who Want Your Work" issue of Writer's Digest (as promised), I pulled some strings so I could give away five to five random participants! Here are the winners:

KelleySheppard (commenter)
Darden North (commenter)
KarenDoll (commenter)
Monique Berry (from Twitter)
Greg Dominguez (from Twitter)

Once again, I appreciate the participation (and all the fun cliches). And thanks for visiting my blog. Check back in often as I promise to hold more contests with giveaways and prizes, as well as provide as much practical advice and thoughtful tips for writers as I can.

Don't forget to download your copy of the October issue of Writer's Digest, which features:

  • 25 AGENTS who are looking for new clients (possibly you!)
  • How to query an agent
  • Techniques for building suspense
  • The WD Interview with Patricia Cornwell
  • And more!

Download your copy here and gain access to the list of agents immediately.

Brian Klemsonline editor blog
Brian A. Klems
Brian A. KlemsAuthor

Brian A. Klems is the former Senior Online Editor of Writer’s Digest, and author of Oh Boy, You’re Having a Girl (Adams Media/Simon & Schuster). Follow him on Twitter @BrianKlems.

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