I often receive queries as to what membership of Real Toads entails.
First and foremost, being a member of this site, as opposed to being a follower, means that a blog poet has committed themselves to actively participating in and contributing to this site. This can take the form of responding to the prompts and challenges, reviewing and commenting on the writing of other members, supporting new writers, and joining in discussions.
First and foremost, being a member of this site, as opposed to being a follower, means that a blog poet has committed themselves to actively participating in and contributing to this site. This can take the form of responding to the prompts and challenges, reviewing and commenting on the writing of other members, supporting new writers, and joining in discussions.
Several members have indicated that they would like to contribute a regular post to Real Toads and these appear on a five weekly rotation. If at any time that member feels their idea has run its course, they may opt out, and the opportunity will be given to another member who has a new idea to share.
Having said this, we acknowledge that every member is a poet by choice and not profession, thus time is often limited by other factors. No member should feel compelled to do everything - all we ask is consistent contribution. If it has been noted that a member's participation in this site has become dormant over the course of a three month period without notification being given, his or her membership will be offered to someone else, since we have limited membership to a maximum of 21 people.
If a poet is interested in becoming a member at this time, it should be noted that there are few spaces available. Therefore, it would be advisable to become a Follower of the Blog and get actively involved, because preference will be given to people who support the endeavours of Real Toads.
The purpose of this site is to encourage writers and stimulate interest in poetry and poets. We gladly welcome visitors and followers to participate in any prompts and all that is on offer here on a daily basis. We are here to write and share.
My thanks go out to all the wonderful people who have brought the idea of Real Toads to life.
Having said this, we acknowledge that every member is a poet by choice and not profession, thus time is often limited by other factors. No member should feel compelled to do everything - all we ask is consistent contribution. If it has been noted that a member's participation in this site has become dormant over the course of a three month period without notification being given, his or her membership will be offered to someone else, since we have limited membership to a maximum of 21 people.
If a poet is interested in becoming a member at this time, it should be noted that there are few spaces available. Therefore, it would be advisable to become a Follower of the Blog and get actively involved, because preference will be given to people who support the endeavours of Real Toads.
The purpose of this site is to encourage writers and stimulate interest in poetry and poets. We gladly welcome visitors and followers to participate in any prompts and all that is on offer here on a daily basis. We are here to write and share.
The Goal of RT Membership:
1. To always remain active. (Post, Respond, Comment weekly)
1. To always remain active. (Post, Respond, Comment weekly)
2. To have fun and get to know one another.
3. To offer positive and helpful feedback.
4. To always be open to suggestions and change for the betterment of the group.
Challenges:
A variety of prompts and challenges are posted on a five-week turn around system. They will vary in complexity and you can choose to respond to them any way you wish, a poem, an essay or simply by way of comment or discussion. They are meant educate us in the world of writing, art and poetry. These will come from within the member group. We encourage all members to support the work of the poets who participate.
Personal Challenge of Members:
A member will challenge another member with a particular theme, prompt, picture, form or whatever takes your fancy.
The challenge will be made behind the scenes, but the end result will be featured on the Real Toads Home Page in the Tuesday slot. The poets may also choose to post their pieces on their own blogs or provide links back to Real Toads. In this way, our members will have an opportunity to showcase their work in our open forum.
Guidelines:
- Contact the member of your choice via e-mail and propose a challenge.
- Allow the member to decline or discuss your proposal until you have reached a consensus.
- Offer your support behind the scenes, if so requested.
- The "Round Robin" principle will be used.
My thanks go out to all the wonderful people who have brought the idea of Real Toads to life.