Volume 13, Issue 8
February 22, 2013

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FUNDS FOR WRITERS

Chosen for Writer's Digest's
101 Best Websites for Writers
2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006,
2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012

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We think Roo is crossed with a kangaroo and an anteater.
She jumps like no dachshund I've ever seen, and that tongue
of hers can lick from a foot away! And boy does she love
to give kisses.

Editor: C. Hope Clark
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Email: Hope@fundsforwriters.com
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EDITOR'S THOUGHTS
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HOW TO REVISE AN ARTICLE WITHOUT DRIVING YOURSELF CRAZY

Revisions drive us nuts, especially in short pieces we can crank
out as fast as rabbits make babies. How many do we do? How much feedback
do we get from others? When do we consider the piece publish-ready?

I'm tapping my toe here, like a school marm, because you know
the answer. It's ready when you think it's ready. You revise
until you've made it sing...but haven't sucked the life out of it.

"But," you whine, "what if other people don't think it's ready?"

Then it isn't ready in their eyes, I say. And therein lies the
rub. What you deem ready and what others deem ready may not be
on the same plane...or even the same planet.

Back to square one...how to revise without driving yourself crazy.

Once that first draft is down, divide your revisions into sections.
Take one step at a time. Turn the process into mini-projects, then take
your time doing them. Yes, I know you want to see your words in print.
I've been known to hurry up a piece or two myself . . . and I often
regret doing so.

How to revise without driving yourself crazy:

1) Fact check first. Do your numbers add up? Are your quotes right?
Are the names spelled correctly and titles or rank correct?

2) Read for obvious slips, incomplete sentences, and noun/verb issues.
Scan for present versus past tense and changes in point of view,
if applicable.

3) Read aloud. Your tongue will trip over most mistakes while your
eyes will skim over them.

4) Read for tightness and crispness. Remove passive voice. Find the
best verbs. Avoid too many adverbs and prepositional phrases.
Challenge yourself to reduce the number of words. I tend to overwrite,
inserting all information without concern, but then each word fights
for its place, taking the word count down to where
the piece snaps and pops into clarity.

5) Correct punctuation, grammar and typos. They should be few and
far between at this point, but you will find one or two.

6) Sleep on the piece. No matter how late you are with the deadline
or how eager you are to hit send and deliver your article, sleep
on it. Read it the next day with fresh eyes and mind. You'll find
something to change, I assure you.

Yep, you'll read this article more times than you desire. You
might even memorize it before your review process is over, but
that's good. At least when you hit send you'll possess a sense of
satisfaction about your best effort, not a second-guess-yourself
worry over whether it was good enough.

Hope

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WORDS OF SUCCESS

The invariable mark of wisdom is to see the miraculous in the common.

- Ralph Waldo Emerson -

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SUCCESS OF THE WEEK
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Hope,

I am pleased and proud to announce my play “Eighty-Two” has won
Bottle Tree Productions’ (Ontario, Canada) 2012 one-act playwriting
competition. This is the third time they’ve selected one of my plays:
“American Blues” won in 2009, and “Tio’s Blues” shared third place
in 2010.

[FundsforWriters posts this contest each year in the newsletter.]

Bottle Tree’s website is http://www.bottletreeinc.com/script_contest.html

Evan Guildford-Blake
https://www.facebook.com/evan.guilfordblake

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The “Long and Short” of Making the “Short List”

By Jennifer Brown Banks

Would you like to earn top pay for your say? “Make the cut” at
top-tier sites that have cult-like followings and opportunities
for massive exposure for your work?

Like an inventor who stumbles upon a winning formula for launching
a popular product, I’ve discovered some savvy insider’s tips,
resulting in more “eureka” moments (and bigger paydays).

My strategies and efforts have landed lucrative blogging gigs that
have earned $75 to $100 for 500-word posts. For example, a few
years ago, I beat out over a thousand applicants for a coveted
position at an award winning site that had a Google Rank of 7.
Just recently, I was proud as a peacock to “hack” it as a writer
for the highly-regarded, productivity site, LifeHack.org. which
boasts 3,000,000 page views per month.

Here’s the long and short of why it matters…not all writing jobs
are created equal. Sometimes it’s not what you write, but where
you write, that determines whether you’ll be a starving artist
or enjoy a quality of life that truly puts the free in freelance,
and puts some serious cash in your pockets.

And here’s the bonus: there’s great truth to the adage, Success
breeds success. The more top-tier publishing credits you can add
to your portfolio, the easier it becomes to stand tall, get
recognized, and beat out the competition. It’s almost like an
exclusive club that requires a certain initiation before admittance.

Here’s how to make it happen.

1. Establish a reputation for excellence.

Though social media is the rage these days, there’s something even
more important than the amount of “Twitter” followers you have.
It’s your collective online image. Produce a body of work that
speaks highly to your professionalism, ethics, and commitment to
your craft. And avoid word wars at all costs.

2. Don’t underestimate the importance of a well crafted blog.

Blogs have become like the new online resume. It’s one of the
first places prospective employers and clients go to assess your
writing level, style of expression, diligence, and ability to
engage an audience. Wow them with unique, quality content and
regularly updated posts.

3. Start guest posting. Try the smaller sites first to help hone
your craft and get your name out there.

Typically the higher a site is ranked, the more difficult it is
to break into. It took me years (and multiple rejections) before
my guest posts were finally accepted at Pro Blogger and Men with
Pens. Big name sites are usually ranked a Google Rank of 5 or
better. To check a site, verify its ranking here: http://www.prchecker.info/check_page_rank.php

4. Play to your strengths.

Though I love to write, I’m strategic in my efforts. For example,
if a writing gig requires extensive technical know-how, or in-
depth photography skills, I don’t waste the poster’s time or mine.
I have certain areas and topics in which I specialize, which
allows me to work smarter, not harder. Be clear on what you do well;
then work hard, systematically, to show the world.

5. Go where the money is.

Freelance gigs abound. But, from my experiences, I’ve found the
most lucrative positions short-listed at well-regarded, reputable
sites like www.Problogger.net and www.Bloggingpro.com.

6. Prepare to be tested.

The better paying freelance writing and blogging jobs often garner
massive applicants. For this reason, you’ll likely have to rise
above the rest to even make the short list. Once you’re chosen as
a finalist, you’ll be required to take a writing test. This can
consist of a selected topic, or one that you submit based on provided
criteria. Follow the instructions carefully. Edit your work. Then
send off the best representation of you and your skills possible.

Follow these six smart tips and it won’t be long before you make
the short list that others only dream about, and ultimately earn
what you desire and deserve.

BIO
Jennifer Brown Banks is a veteran freelance writer, pro blogger,
and ghost writer, whose publishing credits and strategic considerations
have landed her on the short list of several, top-tier, award-winning
sites. She blogs at www.penandprosper.blogspot.com/

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COMPETITIONS
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THE STRINGYBARK EROTIC SHORT FICTION AWARD 2013
http://www.stringybarkstories.net
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ENTRY FEE A$9.95
The first competition was such a great success and revealed so
much new sexy erotic writing that we decided it is time to do
another. The last competition culminated in two paperbacks of
award-winning writing and we hope that this competition will do also.
You have 1800 words to produce a short story that will delight the
judges. International entries welcome. There is a total value of over
$770 worth of prizes in cash and books available. Stories must be
sent via email. Deadline March 31, 2013.

First Prize - A$350, publication, certificate, e-book, paperback
Second Prize - A$150, publication, certificate, e-book, paperback
Third Prize - A$75, publication, certificate, e-book, paperback

Authors of highly commended stories may also be invited to have their
stories published and if so receive a free copy of the e-book.

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BOHEMIAN RENAISSANCE
http://www.bohemianrenaissance.com/submissions/writing-contest/
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$18 ENTRY FEE
This contest is open to all writers of any genre. The contest is open
to visual artists of any genre. Deadline March 15, 2013. First Prize
is $300 Second Prize is $200 Third Prize is $100 for literature.
Visual Arts has a $ 200 prize and will be featured as the front cover
of the magazine’s first issue. The length of any genre’s manuscript
can be no more than 3000 words. You may submit up to 3 poems of no
more than 50 lines each.

NOTE: New contest. I have no experience with this competition.

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KENYAN REVIEW SHORT FICTION CONTEST
http://www.kenyonreview.org/contests/short-fiction/
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NO ENTRY FEE
The contest is open to all writers who have not yet published
a book of fiction. Submissions must be 1,200 words or fewer.
One submission per entrant. Deadline February 28, 2013.

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MISSISSIPPI VALLEY POETRY CONTESTS (two categories)
http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org/RedesignedSite/Events/MVPC.htm
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$7-$13 ENTRY FEE
Deadline April 1, 2013. Poems should be in some way about
topics/themes relevant to Upper Mississippi River Valley states
(including, but not limited to history, landscape, cities,
residents, etc.). Open to poets of any age from anywhere in the
US or Canada. First $250, second $175, third $100. The regional
category of the contest is only open to poets residing in the
states of Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin and can be
on any subject matter. First $250, second $175, third $100.

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THE PINCH LITERARY AWARDS IN FICTION, POETRY AND CREATIVE NONFICTION
http://www.thepinchjournal.com/contest/
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$20 ENTRY FEE
$1,000 prize in each category. Deadline March 15, 2013. All entries
considered for publication. Fiction entries should not exceed 5,000
words. An “entry” in the poetry contest is 1-3 poems.

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GRANTS
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ILLINOIS HUMANITIES COMMUNITIES GRANTS
http://www.prairie.org/grants
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Are you interested in applying for an IHC Community Grant? Four
times a year, we award community grants to Illinois nonprofits to
develop public humanities programs such as documentary films, local
and community history projects, literary symposia, and oral history
projects. Our next deadline is April 15, 2013.

NOTE WRITERS: Contact a nonprofit/library/school/social organization
to propose an event that involves you!

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RHODE ISLAND FELLOWSHIPS
www.arts.ri.gov/grants/guidelines/fellow.php
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Rhode Island artists who have created a substantial body of work
that they are prepared to present in a professional manner are
encouraged to apply for a RISCA Fellowship award. The April 1
deadline is for artists working in the disciplines of:

- Crafts
- Film & Video
- Fiction
- Photography
- Play/Screenwriting
- Poetry
- Three Dimensional Art

One $5,000 Fellowship and one $1000 Fellowship Merit Award are granted
in each discipline annually.

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SCHOLARSHIPS TO ASJA ANNUAL WRITERS CONFERENCE
www.asja.org/for-writers/annual-conference/
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ASJA's 42nd Annual Writers Conference. This event is unique among
writers' conferences, laser-focused on independent writing. We
have a single mission: to help you thrive in a freelance writing
career. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or an enthusiastic rookie,
changing gears midstream or just getting started, what you will
learn here will help you supercharge your career. Up to ten
scholarships will be awarded and will include: registration fees
waived to attend Friday and Saturday, April 26 and 27, 2013; a
ticket to the ASJA Awards Presentation event on Thursday, April 25;
one 30-minute mentoring session with an established, professional
writer specializing in your topic of choice. Scholarships are
available to nonfiction freelance writers including accomplished
bloggers, book authors and those contributing original work to
print and/or online periodicals. ASJA members may apply, but
preference will be given to aspiring nonfiction writers at early
stages of their careers.

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AUSTRALIAN GRANTS
http://www.australiacouncil.gov.au/artforms/literature
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PUBLISHING GRANTS
This grant supports Australian book publishers and overseas publishers
to publish literary work by Australian writers and supports innovative
publishing projects that contribute to the development of Australian
culture. Deadline March 23, 2013. Applications are accepted from:

Australian book publishers (established and emerging publishers)
overseas book and magazine publishers

PROMOTION GRANTS
The Literature Board will accept applications from Australian and
overseas organisations for support towards airfares, fees and expenses
for the participation of Australian writers at literary festivals and
conferences and other promotional activities.

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NORTH CAROLINA LITERARY, PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS GRANTS
http://www.ncarts.org/freeform_scrn_template.cfm?ffscrn_id=123
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Grant funds support artists' fees and administrative expenses directly
related to the project. Grant amounts rarely exceed $10,000 and must
be matched dollar for dollar by the organization. Nonprofit
organizations that produce literary, performing, media arts, or
visual arts programs.

NOTE: Individual writers can connect with nonprofit groups to
coordinate the use of this grant for their promotional events.

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FREELANCE MARKETS
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CHICKEN SOUP: MIRACULOUS MESSAGES FROM HEAVEN
http://www.chickensoup.com
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We want to hear from you if you have experienced the other side
or received a sign or signal from a loved one who has passed.
If your story is chosen, you will be a published author and your
bio will be printed in the book if you so choose. You will also
receive a check for $200 and 10 free copies of your book, worth
more than $100. You will retain the copyright for your story and
you will retain the right to resell it. Deadline March 31, 2013.
Here are some possible story topics, but we know you can think of more:

Words of wisdom from a loved one who has passed
Personal exchanges with a loved one who has passed
Signs from beyond from a loved one
Receiving guidance or lessons from a loved one who has passed
Omens or visions from beyond
Revelations from beyond
Apparitions from beyond
Knowing the exact moment someone passed

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BLOGGERS WANTED FOR ASIAN AMERICAN NEWS SITE
www.asianfortunenews.com
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Do you have something to say? Can you write pithily? Asian Fortune
News is looking for bloggers to write about issues important to Asian
Americans. If interested, please send a proposal for a blog, including
why your style will appeal to our readers. Also include 2 writing
samples and 3 sample ideas for topics that you would write about.
Blog posts will be about 300 words, once a week. We pay bloggers
$30-$40 per post. High school and up invited. For more information,
email: jenny.chen@asianfortune.com

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CHARISMA MAGAZINE
http://www.charismamag.com/about/write-for-us
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Each year, freelancers write 80 percent of our articles, but we
assign most of these to writers who have established themselves
with us. In most cases, we only give article assignments to writers
with published clips. All Charisma articles, with the exception of
the shorter stories (specified below), should be between 1,800 and
2,500 words in length. More than half our readers are Christians who
belong to Pentecostal or independent charismatic churches, and
numerous others participate in the charismatic renewal in mainline
denominations. Charisma Media is a leading creator of diversified
Christian resources that empowers believers for God's purpose. Our
vision is to inspire people to radically change their world.

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KITPLANES
http://www.kitplanes.com/contact/writersguidelines.html
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The budget for first-time KITPLANES writers is $70 per page as
printed in the magazine, including illustrations/photos, but that
may be increased at the editor's discretion. After your first
KITPLANES appearance, the rate increases to $105 per page.
Articles are 500 to 3,000 words and once you are established
with KITPLANES, pay up to $500.

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KNIVES ILLUSTRATED
http://www.knivesillustrated.com/
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Knives Illustrated is a magazine devoted to the artistry and
technological advancements of man’s oldest tool, the knife.
Knifemaking is at a historical peak. Today’s craftsmen are
producing some of the finest knives. Knives Illustrated keeps its
readers up to date on the changes. Pays $100 to $500 for articles
up to 2,000 words. Sample copy available.

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PUBLISHERS/AGENTS
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IDEALS BOOKS
http://www.idealsbooks.com/
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Ideals Publications publishes 20 to 25 new children’s titles a year,
primarily for two- to eight-year-olds. Our backlist includes more
than 400 titles, and we publish picture books, activity books, board
books, and novelty and sound books covering a wide array of topics,
such as Bible stories, holidays, early learning, history, family
relationships, and values.

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IMPACT PUBLISHERS
http://impactpublishers.com/about.html
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Impact's publications are authored by qualified professionals in
the human services, and are designed to offer the finest in practical,
reader-friendly help on a wide variety of personal and interpersonal
matters: relationships, divorce recovery, parenting, stress, personal
growth, and mental health.

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INGALLS PUBLISHING GROUP
http://www.ingallspublishinggroup.com/submissionguidelines.html
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Bringing readers great stories by Southern authors of historical
fiction, murder mystery, romantic suspense and adventure! If your
book meets the criteria below and you are an author living in the
states of Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia or
eastern Tennessee and have the willingness and drive to cooperate
in editing and marketing your book, we're happy to review your
manuscript.

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INSOMNIAC PRESS
http://www.insomniacpress.com/submissions.php
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Know what we don't publish. Right now this includes science fiction,
cookbooks, romance, and children's books. Our poetry list is also
full for the foreseeable future. We're now actively seeking commercial
and creative non-fiction on a wide range of subjects such as business /
personal finance; gay and lesbian studies; black Canadian studies among
others.

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CLOCKROOT BOOKS
http://www.clockrootbooks.com/about.html
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Though we take works in translation as a starting point, most
importantly, we are looking for writing that confronts us, that
feels urgent, disorienting, vivid. We are interested in work that
makes its particular innovation in form and language palpable; we
also welcome work not necessarily “experimental” but that compels
in other ways—perhaps in how it bears the traces of another place,
language, politics. Submissions are open from January 1 until June
1 every year.

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Ignite Your Creative Fire And Find Your Voice

Summer Solstice Retreat For Writing and Yoga

Join us from June 16-21 at the beautiful and secluded Stout’s
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Yoga and Writing Retreat
Tucson, AZ
5/30/13 - 6/2/13

Looking for a weekend away to soothe the soul,
boost creativity, work on craft and meet other writers?

Please join us at the historic Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort
in Tucson, AZ and experience the rejuvenating power of the high
desert. This retreat is open to anyone seeking to deepen self-
understanding and develop the mind/body connection between yoga,
meditation and writing. It is suitable for writers and yoga students
at any level of experience.

Yoga philosophy helps us navigate the territory of our bodies and
the hidden rooms of our souls to find our most authentic voice which,
in turn, deepens our writing.

During this retreat you will have the opportunity to practice yoga
and learn meditation with yogi Karen Callan, participate in guided
writing exercises and classes on writing craft with author Susan
Pohlman, and meet NY literary agent, Judith Riven.

We have developed a unique and enjoyable curriculum that will enable
you to harness the power of yoga and meditation as valuable writing
tools while enjoying fellowship with like-minded women.

For all retreat details, visit: www.yogaandwriting.weebly.com

Contact: Susan Pohlman - www.susanpohlman.com
E-mail: susan@susanpohlman.com

Karen Callan - www.rosayoga.com
E-mail: karenrosecallan@gmail.com

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WOMEN READING ALOUD returns for the third year to host their annual
10 DAY GREECE WRITER'S RETREAT on the magical island of ALONNISOS.

Please join us from June 12th - 21st, 2013 as we write and live on
the Aegean Sea. This retreat is open to writers of all genres and
all levels. Julie Maloney, writer/poet and founder/director of WOMEN
READING ALOUD, will lead the workshops. Workshops follow the Amherst
Writers and Artists Method. Establish or renew a commitment to your
writing life while experiencing a life-affirming encounter with your
writer's voice.

Spend time writing in a supportive community balanced with solitude
on a private beach or hiking the donkey trail. Swim in turquoise waters
or take a nap and simply dream. Optional yoga available in a studio on
top of the hill that will take your breath away.

Inclusive fee for 8 day workshops, 3 "Nite Writes," Sunset Dinner Cruise,
Welcome Dinner, Closing Reception and more. WOMEN READING ALOUD celebrates
its tenth anniversary this year. We'd love you to be a part of our community.

For all retreat details, visit: www.womenreadingaloud.org
Contact: Julie Maloney - julie@womenreadingaloud.org or call 973 927-6354

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