I can’t say enough awesome things about the power of this blog. After Linda was kind enough to publish a post on Aug. 6 about my drawing for a free premium version of my e-course on writing for trade magazines $240 value!), my in-box was flooded with entries. As of right now, 59 people have signed up for the drawing! That is amazing.

There are two days left until the Aug. 18 drawing. To generate some additional interest, and to show my appreciation to all the entrants, I’ve decided to add some value to the contest. First of all, I’m adding a second prize – a free basic version of the class, which is worth $120.

But I want everyone who enters to get a prize.  Writing for trade magazines has been an integral part of my freelance career for the last decade. I know what a great market it can be for freelancers who are looking to expand their portfolio of work. And I know how hard freelancers are working for every dollar these days.

So here’s the really exciting news. I’m offering a discount on my Sept. 14 eight-week class to everyone who enters the drawing between now and the drawing deadline — and everyone who has already entered. Here’s the deal:  Sign up for the basic course ($120) by Sept. 1 and get a 10 percent discount. Sign up for the premium course ($240) by Sept. 1 and get a 20 percent discount.

And I’m going to take it even one step further. If you’re entered in the contest and you refer a friend who signs up for the course by Sept. 1, I’ll extend the discount to your friend as well.

Ready to enter? Just send me an email at patscurry@bellsouth.net that says you want to enter the drawing.  It’s that easy. Good luck! I’ll announce the winner here on Wednesday, Aug. 19.

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