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Summary

Midform, a publishing platform, celebrates reaching 1.2K followers and outlines plans for growth, updates to submission rules, and features top stories from January, along with writing prompts for February.

Abstract

Midform has seen significant growth at the start of 2023, with an increase in both writers and readers, leading to a follower count of 1.2K. The platform expresses gratitude to its community and sets a goal to double its followers by the end of the year. Midform has recently updated its rules for submissions, which writers are encouraged to review. The article also highlights a selection of favorite stories from January, urging readers to support the authors by engaging with their work. Additionally, Midform provides writing prompts for February to inspire contributors, covering topics related to Valentine's Day, Galentine's Day, romantic literature, and the Super Bowl, among others.

Opinions

  • Midform is appreciative of its writers and readers for their support in reaching a milestone of 1.2K followers.
  • The platform is optimistic about its growth trajectory, aiming to reach 2K followers in 2023.
  • Midform values community engagement, as evidenced by its call to action for readers to recommend, read, and submit stories.
  • The featured stories for January reflect a diverse range of topics and perspectives, indicating a commitment to variety and inclusivity in content.
  • The provision of writing prompts for February suggests that Midform is proactive in supporting its writers and fostering a creative environment.
  • The lead editor, Linda Locke, personally thanks the Midform community for their support, emphasizing the publication's gratitude and commitment to its followers.

Watch Us Grow — 1.2K Followers and Counting!

Thanks to all our Writers and Readers for supporting Midform

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Midform started out 2023 with a bang adding lots of new writers and readers. And we want to keep the momentum going into our second year of publishing.

This year our goal is to top 2K followers for the publication in 2023. So please keep on recommending, reading and submitting new stories to help Midform continue our upward trend.

Also, in case you didn’t know, we updated our rules for Midform in January and you can read all about it here.

2023 — Updated Rules for Midform Publication Writers

January’s Featured Stories

Here’s some of our favorite stories from January. Please support the writers by reading and clapping for their stories.

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3 Ways Reviewing Other’s Work Helps You Become More Compassionate and a Better Writer by Nita Pears What I’ve learned from checking other people’s work

The Problem With Surprise Birthday Parties by Lilith Helstrom Why I’ll Never Throw A Surprise Birthday Party

The Art of Looking Between by Jill Ebstein How the quote of the day has got me thinking

My New Sweatshirt: Grace. Gratitude. Grit. by Mercedes O'Leary How I found my words for the year

“I Miss You” Is Not The Same As “I’m Checking Up On You.” by Ene Ijato Here’s Why This Matters

Dear Friend from the Before Times by Leah Welborn An Open Letter to a Woman Who Doesn’t Know She Changed My Life

Bitter or Better? by Mark Goblowsky We Get to Choose

Life is Weird. Let’s laugh about it. by Joanna Rodriguez Puffballs, Jane Austen, and things that happen in threes

Writing Prompts for February

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There’s no shortage of things to write about in February, but if you’re stuck here’s some ideas to get you going.

  • What’s the funniest Valentine you ever received?
  • How do you celebrate Galentine’s day with your girlfriends?
  • What’s your favorite romantic book and why?
  • Do you have a favorite song as a couple?
  • What’s your favorite Valentine’s Day candy? Mine’s Sweethearts :)
  • What team are you rooting for in the Super Bowl and why?
  • Were you born in a Leap Year or know someone who was? How did that affect them?
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Key Message: Thanks again for supporting Midform and our community. We appreciate you!

Linda Locke Lead Editor, Midform

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