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Home • Blogging • The Beauty of a Woman BlogFest VI: Registration!

The Beauty of a Woman BlogFest VI: Registration!

February 6, 2017

Amazing writers,

What a year this has already been, hey? Amid the ongoing uncertainty, there’s one thing I know for sure: our voices matter. And if there were ever a time to express ourselves about matters close to our hearts, it’s now. 

With that in mind, I hope you’ll join me in celebrating real beauty for the sixth year running! I couldn’t think of a more appropriate time than the week of International Women’s Day: March 6 – 11, 2017.

#BOAW2017

real beauty

 

A bit of background, for newbies (hey, welcome!):

I first launched the fest six years ago, as a thanks to the many people who offered support after I wrote about my experience with an eating disorder. The fest has since taken on a life of its own, reaching thousands of people each year, bringing a hefty dose of inspiration, education, humor and, usually, a few tears. 

The title derives from a poem written by Sam Levinson, which was significant to me during my recovery. And yes, all genders are welcome!

The categories are Original (real beauty, however you define it) and Girl Boner (the beauty of sexuality).

How to participate as a blogger:

1 – Register.

To do so, simply post a comment below, mentioning your desired category — Original or Girl Boner.

In the designated fields below comment, make sure you include your website/blog link and an email you check regularly. (If you’re signed in through WordPress, this should happen automatically.) This will help ensure that your post is included, and that you’ll receive an email reminder with the fest link about a week beforehand. 

You can register as late as March 1st, but sooner is better!

2 – Write your post! 

Between now and March 5th, compose a blog post related to the theme of your category. As long as it’s thematic and respectful, it will be included! 

Your post must include:

  • this year’s logo (the image above!)
  • text inviting readers to the fest, such as:

This post is part of the Beauty of a Woman BlogFest VI! To read more entries, and potentially win a fun prize, visit the fest page on August’s McLaughlin’s site between today and 11pm PST March 11th.

For inspiration, check out the last few years’ fests:  2016    2015    2014 (GB)  2014 (orig.)

For helpful hints and writing prompts, click here: BOAW2017 Rad Post Tips

3 – On March 6th, publish your post between 7 and 8am PST (or at 9am***).

Your post link and title will be copied/pasted from your site onto the fest page, in the order of sign ups.

***If you’d prefer to schedule your post to publish at 9am PST, precisely when the fest goes live, please send me the title and hyperlink in advance. (You can reply to my reminder email or PM me via Facebook.)

4 – Enjoy the fest!

The more you engage in the fest, the more fun you’ll have — and, the more likely you’ll be to win a prize! You’ll receive raffle points for contributing a post and for for commenting on all posts in either or both categories. (Specifics will appear on the fest page.) 

What are the prizes, you ask???

So far, I can tell you this: they’re super special, one-of-a-kind and chock full of femme-power. Folks on my email list will get a sneak peek first! Feel free to sign up here, if you haven’t.

Ready…set….sign up! I can’t wait to share in the fest with you.

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  1. Musa Masala says

    February 6, 2017 at 7:43 am

    Hi!

    We’d love to participate! Our wonderful contributor, Lapka Sherpa, is planning to write an Original post. Thank you!

    – MM

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 6, 2017 at 8:07 am

      Fantastic. Welcome!

      Reply
  2. Susan Harper says

    February 6, 2017 at 7:45 am

    Me! I could write for both, but I have to choose…Original

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 6, 2017 at 8:08 am

      Hooray! So happy to have you.

      Reply
  3. Rose Nasah says

    February 6, 2017 at 8:00 am

    My lovely friend Susan referred me to this and it sounds amazing. I will be participating by providing an Original post. Looking forward to all the magic that will come forth from this endeavor. Thank you!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 6, 2017 at 8:08 am

      Wonderful, Rose. Welcome! Looking forward to your post.

      Reply
  4. Kassandra Lamb says

    February 6, 2017 at 8:36 am

    *raising hand* Me! Me! No idea yet what I will write about but put me down for the original group.

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 6, 2017 at 8:59 am

      Woo hoo, Kassandra! So glad to have you back.

      Reply
  5. Jess Witkins says

    February 6, 2017 at 8:53 am

    Can’t wait! And it’s during Women’s History Month too! I will sign up for the Original! Looking forward to it! Thank you August!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 6, 2017 at 8:59 am

      Ah, even better!! So thrilled you’re back, Jess!

      Reply
  6. Audrey Kalman says

    February 6, 2017 at 9:31 am

    “…one thing I know for sure: our voices matter.” I couldn’t agree more. Count me in again. This has been a wonderful inspiration–thanks for continuing it.

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:26 am

      It wouldn’t be the same without you, Audrey. So glad to have you back!

      Reply
      • Audrey Kalman says

        March 4, 2017 at 7:30 pm

        This is a picky detail, but since I use my WordPress account for my web site, there’s an extra bit to the URL to lead people directly to my blog:

        https://audreykalman.com/the-blog/

        Not a big deal if it’s already set up but if you’re still working on the fest announcement, you could include it instead of the general URL. I just scheduled my post to publish at 7:01 a.m. on Monday!

        Reply
        • August McLaughlin says

          March 5, 2017 at 11:15 am

          Thanks, Audrey! I’ll be adding links and titles early tomorrow and will be sure to click over to the proper post. Excited to read it!

          Reply
  7. Jenny Hansen says

    February 6, 2017 at 9:41 am

    I’m in….for the original category.

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:26 am

      Woo hoo, Jenny!

      Reply
  8. Jennifer Redmond says

    February 6, 2017 at 9:52 am

    I think I’ll be an original, too!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:26 am

      Super – welcome back, Jennifer!

      Reply
  9. Heidi Mastrogiovanni says

    February 6, 2017 at 10:21 am

    August, this is such a wonderful event, and I am honored and thrilled to participate! I’d like to post in the Original category.

    Thank you so much for inspiring and empowering us all!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:27 am

      Hooray! So thrilled you’re joining us, Heidi!

      Reply
  10. Patricia Sands says

    February 6, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    How did six years go by so quickly? It’s always a pleasure to participate in BOAW and hang out with a group of dear friends, as well as making new ones. As usual, it’s Original for me. Thanks, August!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 6, 2017 at 3:55 pm

      Super, Patricia! So glad to have you back.

      Reply
  11. KM Huber says

    February 7, 2017 at 2:18 pm

    Looking forward to it as always, August. Original, again.
    Karen

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 7, 2017 at 9:32 pm

      Superb! Can’t wait to celebrate with you, Karen.

      Reply
  12. Kim Yuhl says

    February 7, 2017 at 6:03 pm

    First timer here. I will tackle original. Wish me luck.

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 7, 2017 at 9:31 pm

      Wonderful, Kim. Welcome!!

      Reply
    • Eunice says

      February 8, 2017 at 10:09 am

      YAY Kim!

      Reply
  13. Aurora Jean Alexander says

    February 7, 2017 at 6:06 pm

    Wow…. I remember last year’s BOAW Blog fest. That year has passed quickly. Count me in again this year, August! I’m really excited.
    And because they’re so many participants who signed up for “original” – I’ll do the opposite. List me on the “Girl Boner”-side.

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 8, 2017 at 6:57 am

      Fantastic, AJ! I’m so thrilled to have you, in the Girl Boner category especially.

      Reply
      • Aurora Jean Alexander says

        February 8, 2017 at 7:19 am

        Wow… I figure the expectations are high then…? LOL

        Reply
  14. Kitt Crescendo says

    February 7, 2017 at 6:32 pm

    Girl Boner for me, my friend!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 7, 2017 at 9:32 pm

      Yeah hoo! Can’t wait.

      Reply
  15. Eunice says

    February 8, 2017 at 10:10 am

    I’m going to jump on in! Original pool is where I’ll be swimming.

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 8, 2017 at 10:27 am

      Fabulous, Eunice! So happy to have you.

      Reply
  16. Tara Whitney says

    February 9, 2017 at 2:28 am

    So excited! My first time joining the Blog Fest and I’ll be in the original category!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 10, 2017 at 3:00 pm

      Wonderful, Tara! I’m so happy to have you.

      Reply
  17. Kelly Wilson says

    February 11, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    Original!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 11, 2017 at 12:48 pm

      Woo hoo, Kelly!

      Reply
  18. Sienna Saint-Cyr says

    February 11, 2017 at 2:31 pm

    I’d be happy to take part in either, but Girl Boner is really the best choice for me.

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 12, 2017 at 8:37 am

      Fantastic, Sienna. Really happy to have you!

      Reply
  19. Oz says

    February 11, 2017 at 3:16 pm

    I would love to write an original piece.

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 12, 2017 at 8:36 am

      Wonderful, Oz. So thrilled to have you!

      Reply
  20. Pam says

    February 13, 2017 at 10:57 am

    In for Girl Boner! Excited to read all the submissions. Last year’s were amazing!

    Reply
    • Pam says

      March 6, 2017 at 8:21 am

      My link: https://www.downtothere.com/blog/slo-mo-receiving-and-girl-boners

      Reply
  21. Diana Beebe says

    February 15, 2017 at 8:15 am

    I’m in again for the Original category! I have the beginnings of an idea for what I want to write.

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 15, 2017 at 8:26 am

      Wonderful, Diana. So jazzed to have you back!

      Reply
      • Diana Beebe says

        March 5, 2017 at 1:36 pm

        I just posted! Yay!
        http://dianabeebe.com/2017/03/the-beauty-of-the-tapestry-of-life/

        Reply
        • August McLaughlin says

          March 5, 2017 at 5:15 pm

          Yay, excited to share it tomorrow!

          Reply
  22. Laura Probert says

    February 15, 2017 at 11:10 am

    YES!!!! me, me, me! I wanna do it! YAY!!! Girl Boner please.

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 15, 2017 at 12:47 pm

      YAY! So thrilled to have you, Laura!

      Reply
  23. Kimberly Bost says

    February 15, 2017 at 2:32 pm

    Thanks for doing this, August! I would love to participate again in the Original category!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 17, 2017 at 11:03 am

      Love seeing this! So happy to have you, Kimberly.

      Reply
  24. Helena says

    February 15, 2017 at 4:46 pm

    Would love to contribute an Original.
    Such a good idea!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 15, 2017 at 5:52 pm

      Fabulous! Welcome, Helena.

      Reply
  25. Shan Jeniah Burton says

    February 15, 2017 at 9:19 pm

    I missed last year – life went a bit mad, and needed me.

    But, if it’s still acceptable, I have ideas for both Original and Girl Boner, and a spiffy new home where I can put one of them….but, if I only can do one, I’ll be a Boner this year! =D

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 17, 2017 at 11:15 am

      Absolutely, Shan! Two will be just fine. Can’t wait to see what you come up with!

      Reply
      • Shan Jeniah Burton says

        February 18, 2017 at 10:34 pm

        Honestly, neither can I! I hope we’re both pleasantly surprised! =D

        Reply
  26. RASJACOBSON says

    February 18, 2017 at 7:59 am

    I’m in. I feel like I have a lot to say this year.

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 18, 2017 at 12:12 pm

      Beautiful, Renee! So happy to have you back.

      Reply
  27. Kyira Hauer says

    February 20, 2017 at 3:47 am

    I would love to participate! First time being a part of this and thankful for my friend who sent me your way! I will be writing an Original!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 20, 2017 at 7:39 am

      Super, Kyira! I’m thankful your friend sent you, too.

      Reply
  28. Gayle Carline says

    February 21, 2017 at 7:24 am

    (Running in the door, panting) Is it too late? Did I miss the deadline? Can I still sign up? If I can, I’d like to do Girl Boner this year. If I can’t, I’m happy to read everyone else’s posts.

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 21, 2017 at 8:49 am

      You’re not too late at all! So happy to have you back – yay for GB.

      Reply
  29. Lana Fox says

    February 22, 2017 at 8:33 am

    Sorry I’m so late signing up! Life has been simply crazy. I’d love to be included (Girl Boner category!) via Lanafox.com! xoxo

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 25, 2017 at 7:13 pm

      Spectacular, Lana! So happy to have you back.

      Reply
  30. Laura Clydesdale says

    February 25, 2017 at 7:34 am

    Original!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 25, 2017 at 7:12 pm

      Fabulous, Laura! Thrilled to have you.

      Reply
  31. Tabitha says

    February 28, 2017 at 12:11 am

    Hi August
    Would love to be part of this again!
    Girl Boner for me ?
    Congratulations on year six!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      March 1, 2017 at 6:34 pm

      Woo hoo! Welcome back, Tabitha!

      Reply
  32. Amy Bernier says

    February 28, 2017 at 8:13 am

    I’m in for the Original category! First time! I’m excited!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      March 6, 2017 at 7:01 am

      Happy to have you, Amy!

      Reply
  33. Stacey Herrera says

    February 28, 2017 at 10:07 am

    I am super excited and grateful to Laura Probert for sharing this delicious event with me!

    Girl Boner please!!!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      March 1, 2017 at 6:33 pm

      Yay, welcome Stacey!

      Reply
  34. Caitlin Grace says

    February 28, 2017 at 10:35 am

    First timer here and looking forward to it . I’ll go for Girl Boner!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 28, 2017 at 7:35 pm

      Fabulous – welcome, Caitlin!

      Reply
  35. Mona Darling says

    February 28, 2017 at 6:04 pm

    I will be joining! Sorry for the late notice! Girl Boner of course!

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      February 28, 2017 at 7:35 pm

      Yay, so stoked to have you, Mona!

      Reply
  36. Tiffany says

    March 1, 2017 at 1:46 pm

    Am I too late?? I choose original…

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      March 1, 2017 at 6:32 pm

      You sure aren’t! So happy to have you, Tiffany.

      Reply
  37. Ingrid Schaffenburg says

    March 1, 2017 at 8:43 pm

    Hi August! I would love to participate again in the Original category. Thanks

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      March 2, 2017 at 6:36 am

      Beautiful! So happy to have you back, Ingrid.

      Reply
  38. Kassandra Lamb says

    March 4, 2017 at 7:40 pm

    Hi August. Can I get the link for the blogfest page to put in my post? My email account must have eaten the reminder email. I’ll send you the title and link for the post.

    Thanks! Kass

    Reply
    • August McLaughlin says

      March 5, 2017 at 11:16 am

      Hey Kass! I emailed it as well. https://augustmclaughlin.com/beauty-woman-blogfest-vi/

      Reply
  39. Rhiannon Rhys-Jones says

    March 5, 2017 at 8:44 pm

    Hello. Whether it’s too late or not, I would like to do an Original Post. I realize it’s the 5th and I’m probably too late.

    Thank you,

    Rhiannon

    Reply
    • Rhiannon Rhys-Jones says

      March 5, 2017 at 10:45 pm

      Okay… I think I meant to say,

      Whether I am in the contest or not, I would like to be considered for acceptance. I know I’m late registering. (Sorry, I am exhausted)

      The post is going to be posted at 7:30 tomorrow, and this is a great idea! Thank you!

      Rhiannon

      Reply
      • August McLaughlin says

        March 6, 2017 at 5:59 am

        You’re in, Rhiannon! I’ll grab your link and title to share at 9am PST.

        Reply
      • Rhiannon Rhys-Jones says

        March 6, 2017 at 7:52 am

        https://rhiannonrj.wordpress.com/2017/03/06/5-minute-mirror/ is the link. Thank you thank you thank you! (I’ve gotten sleep!!!)

        Reply
  40. Gayle Carline says

    March 6, 2017 at 6:46 am

    I’m supposed to provide a link somewhere, and in my morning haze, I can’t figure out where. Here’s the blog link–

    http://gaylecarline.blogspot.com/2017/03/let-your-mind-alone.html

    Sorry if I put it in the wrong place.

    Reply

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