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    A personal note from the desk of:Steven J. Michaels, International Society of Poets

    June 17, 2008
    John Gignac7-14 Wellington St. Port Hope, ON l1a2m2

    John Gignac Has Been Nominated For Poet Of The Year With An Induction Ceremony In Las Vegas, Nevada!Dear John,Your stimulus check from the IRS is probably on its way or maybe you've already received it, and now you're wondering how you should spend this government windfall. With your recent nomination for Poet of the Year 2008, you received an invitation to attend the 2008 International Society of Poets Summer Convention, where you will be formally inducted as an International Poet of Merit and Honored Member of our Society for 2008-2009. Why not use the money from your stimulus check to attend the single largest gathering of poets in history!The ISP Convention, held in Las Vegas from July 24-27, 2008, is the perfect place to spend your summer vacation. You'll attend limited engagement shows where Tony Danza and The Coasters will perform LIVE. You'll participate in over 20 seminars, readings, rap sessions, and workshops led by the most talented poetry faculty ever assembled. Most importantly, you'll enter the largest poetry contest ever . . . with a Grand Prize of $20,000.00 and a $10,000.00 book publishing contract! With some spending assistance from the government, why not take a chance and turn your rebate check into some big cash! In Vegas, anything can happen!Just think . . . you will have the opportunity to win one of over 50 cash or gift prizes . . . including a Grand Prize of $20,000.00 cash and a $10,000.00 publishing contract, Second Prize of $7,500.00, Third Prize of $5,000.00, Fourth Prize of $2,500.00, Fifth Prize of $1,000.00, and 18 Runners-Up Prizes of $500.00 each. Plus, we will award an additional five $1,000.00 scholarships to some of today's most talented young poets. We will also present Apple iPods to the runners-up in the Young Poet category, as well as door prizes and tickets to see the best shows in Las Vegas. Over $100,000.00 in prizes and gifts will be given away!You will also be presented with your very own International Outstanding Achievement in Poetry Crystal Award Trophy. This magnificent work of art (a $300.00 value) is made from imported lead crystal. It is hand-engraved and mounted on a beautiful wood base. This will be the first time that we have bestowed these crystal awards. They have been created by artisans that we have commissioned specially for this year in honor of our 22nd annual convention. This impressive 10-inch tall crystal award is so valuable that we have designed a special carrying case just for you to take it home. This beautiful tribute to your poetic accomplishment will also serve as a lasting memory from this fun-filled weekend!Don't miss this opportunity, John. Space is limited, and our conventions routinely sell out. For our 2008 ISP Convention and Symposium, we have larger cash prizes, more chances to win, and more spectacular entertainment than ever before. Register now online, or call us at 410-356-2000 ext. 101. Come join your fellow poets and bring your friends and familyto Las Vegas, Nevada, July 24-27, 2008,for an incredible weekend and the poetic event of the year . . .and let Uncle Sam pay part of the bill!Sincerely, Steven J. MichaelsConvention ChairpersonInternational Society of Poets P.S. Your 2008 Outstanding Achievement in Poetry Crystal Award Trophy . . . your Commemorative Award Medallion . . . $100,000.00 in prizes . . . television star and Broadway sensation Tony Danza . . . Cornell Gunter's "Coasters” . . . educational seminars and workshops led by the most talented poetry faculty ever assembled . . . lasting friendships . . . the list goes on and on . . . all this awaits you in Las Vegas! Don't miss out! We'll acknowledge your reservation promptly.
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  • Aspects of poetry by jogn, from jogn
    In order to grow as a writer, you've got to be willing to risk it all each time you sit down to write.
    We're all born poets. Poetry is a natural part of our lives. Don't let reality cloud your imagination