Congratulations,June! Your poem has received the Editor's Choice Award

 

A personal note from the desk of: Howard Ely, Managing Editor Dear June, The votes are in, and we are proud to congratulate you for your outstanding literary achievement. The editors of The International Library of Poetry were thrilled to inform you that your poem was honored with the prestigious Editor's Choice Award because of your artistic accomplishments and unique perspective--characteristics found in the most noteworthy poetic works. To further commemorate this prestigious achievement, we have elected you to receive the 2008 Editor's Published Poet Ribbon Award Pin. This stunning pin proudly displays your elevated status in our poetic community. Since only an elite group of published poets were selected to receive this special honor, imagine the sense of pride you will feel when others see you wearing the 2008 Editor's Choice Published Poet Award Pin. What an impressive way to show off your status as an honored poet for the year 2008! The elegant detail and the meticulous craftsmanship that went into the design and production of this exclusive pin are unprecedented. This striking jewelry piece has The International Library of Poetry name prominently displayed across the top, the Editor's Choice commendation appears on the ribbon, and the entire pin is set in bronze. It is truly a masterpiece that honors your outstanding and well-deserved accomplishments, and it is a must-have for all esteemed poets. To take advantage of this special offer to commemorate your exceptional poetic talents, simply go here. This exclusive pin is only $19.95, plus shipping & handling. If you wish to send us your order by mail, please include a copy of this email and your completed order form to receive this special offer. An Added Bonus For A Limited Time only! FRONT BACK We have commissioned artisans to create a Commemorative Bronze Medallion to celebrate the accomplishments of the Editor's Choice winners. This beautiful two-sided medallion displays the words "Poet Scholar" and "Editor's Choice" deeply etched into the medal. The medallion is packaged in a custom gift box with a certificate of authenticity to further enhance its prestige. You can receive this amazing keepsake for only $49.95, plus shipping and handling. For a limited time, when you take advantage of this unique offer of the bronze medallion, you will also receive the Editor's Choice Published Poet Ribbon Award Pin at no additional charge. That's right, the Editor's Choice Published Poet Ribbon Award Pin will be yours FREE when you request the commemorative bronze medallion. As you are bestowing gifts to your friends and family during this holiday season, why not give yourself the gift of recognition for a job well done with your poetic achievements? June, we were delighted to award you the high honors of a published poet, and we hope that you will choose to receive the 2008 Editor's Choice Commemorative Bronze Medallion and the 2008 Editor's Choice Published Poet Ribbon Award Pin. We truly believe these masterpieces honor the artistic accomplishments you have displayed in your poetry. Please accept my best wishes to you and your family during the holiday season. Sincerely, Howard Ely Managing Editor The International Library of Poetry / Poetry.com P.S. We are confident that you will enjoy the classic design of the 2008 Editor's Choice Commemorative Bronze Medallion and the 2008 Editor's Choice Published Poet Ribbon Award Pin. The highest manufacturing standards have gone into the production of these items. And, best of all, they come with a 100% money-back guarantee. If you are not delighted with your items, simply return them to us within 90 days and your money will be promptly refunded. To take advantage of this special offer, go here!

A personal note from the desk of: Steven J. Michaels, International Society of Poets January 14, 2009 June Kim Hillside, Pyungchan dong, Jongrogu Seoul, 110-012 Dear June, RE: Your Nomination for 2009 ISP Membership We miss you, and we want you back! The International Society of Poets has made significant progress over the past several years. Our membership has grown and our annual conventions have become the most talked about educational and entertaining poetry events in the world. We're disappointed you haven't renewed your membership, and we want to remind you of our mission of P.E.A.C.E., our dedication to the advancement of poetry, and the benefits of your ISP membership. We Truly Miss You, June, And We Want You Back . . . As you know, we are an organization of which you can be proud to belong. Since our very first day, we've had the same mission of P.E.A.C.E. (Poetry, Education, Accomplishment, Charity, and Equality). These five words define who we are as individuals and as a society. Allow me to explain. We welcome poetry of all levels, styles, and disciplines, and many of the poems we receive are published in our magazine, Poetry Today, or in our annual ISP Showcase Journal. We stand behind our educational mission in more than one way. Our staff regularly volunteers at local schools, encouraging and helping young students to recognize and develop their own style of artistic ｅxpression. Furthermore, we have developed the most comprehensive educational staff possible for our live events, including former U.S. Poet Laureates and Pulitzer Prize winners. These live events, however, are only one instance when our members receive their due recognition; we also acknowledge them for individual accomplishments in poetry with certificates, trophies, and prize money. Monetary donations are also a way in which we support various charities, including National Public Radio and the NCC Foundation. In addition, this year we will donate $0.10 to the American Red Cross for every poem that is included in our Poem for Peace. Moreover, for schools that are in need of textbooks, we gladly donate as many copies as necessary of To Write a Poem by Dr. Len Roberts. Last but not least, all of our members are treated equally . . . regardless of skill level, education, age, race, religion, origin, social standing, or economic status. It's because of our members that these things are possible, and we appreciate all of your support. International Society Of Poets 1,000-Book Giveaway! This year we're doing something different to stimulate the world of poetry and literature. We've decided to give away 1,000 books to local libraries. That's nearly $40,000 in books donated to libraries all over the world. June, these aren't just any books; they are books of poetry written by members like you! one of the benefits of being a Distinguished Member of the International Society of Poets is you have the opportunity to contribute one of your favorite poems to be featured in our annual ISP Showcase Journal. We'll even send you a free copy of the journal featuring your poem (when it's published), and we'll also send one to your local library on your behalf. In return for donating the book, we are asking you to go to the library and perform at a poetry reading or volunteer to start a poetry club. It's a great way to gain local exposure for your poetry as well as make a donation to your library. We understand that not everyone can volunteer their time, so even if you don't go to the library, we'll still donate your book. It's easy to participate in this endeavor—just fill out the library submission form and include your poem when you complete your renewal application. ISP Press Department Is Here To Promote You! As a Distinguished Member, our ISP Press Department will promote both you and your poetry through various public relations efforts. For starters, we would like to issue a press release to the major newswire bureaus announcing your membership in the International Society of Poets. And That's Not All . . . When you renew your membership, you'll not only receive a copy of our ISP Showcase Journal featuring your work, but also many other tangible items. Membership includes the following: a newly designed Distinguished Membership plaque, a distinctive gold membership pin, and a one-year subscription to our award-winning magazine, Poetry Today. You'll also receive hundreds of dollars in discounts, including a $100 coupon for this year's annual International Society of Poets Convention and Symposium, where you'll have the unique opportunity to meet and share your poetry with other members. Many members have asked us about publishing their own book of poetry. As a Distinguished Member of the International Society of Poets, you will receive special discounts that can make publishing your own book more affordable than you think. It's a great way to record and copyright all of your writings, while earning a little bit of money on the side. Perhaps the most lucrative benefit of membership is participating in our exclusive contests. The International Society of Poets has awarded over $1,000,000 in prize money to poets just like you who have submitted their work. We have awarded book grants for poets to publish their own book of poetry and scholarships to young poets to help them in their pursuit of a quality education. Being a member of the International Society of Poets is about being part of an international band of brothers and sisters who share in the joy of writing poetry and who believe in our mission of P.E.A.C.E. Please renew now and take advantage of all the benefits that membership has to offer. Come and rejoin your poetic family. Sincerely, Steven J. Michaels International Society of Poets P.S. Hold the following date for this year's convention. We will be meeting July 23-26, 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada. This year we're inviting more educators, and we promise it will be the best one yet! P.P.S. Renew your 2009 Distinguished Membership now and receive the ISP Showcase Journal featuring one of your poems, along with free promotional services . . . including a copy of the ISP Showcase Journal donated to your local library and a press release announcing your membership that will be sent to newswire services across the world. You will also receive your gold membership pin, your Distinguished Membership plaque, a one-year subscription to Poetry Today, the opportunity to participate in our lucrative poetry contests, discounts off publishing your own book of poetry, coupons good for our annual convention, and the opportunity to help public libraries nationwide while sharing our vision of P.E.A.C.E.