FreeTranslation       From: "Steve Michaels" <SMichaels@poetrylink.com>  Add to Address Book To: "Albert Williams" <albertwilliams2006@yahoo.co.uk> Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2006 03:56:56 GMT Subject: News about your poetry      Dear Albert, It's just a few short weeks until your poetic accomplishments will be honored at Poetry.com's and the International Society of Poets' 2006 Convention and Symposium, to be held at the Riviera Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada from July 20-23, 2006. I'm writing to tell you exactly what to expect and how to prepare for this special moment in your life. First, we have scheduled you to receive your Outstanding Achievement in Poetry Imported Lead Crystal Award Trophy immediately after you present your poetry in front of your fellow poets. You can count on a true international audience for your poetry as we already have poets registered from 52 countries around the world! Second, the award you will be receiving is so large and heavy that it may be a good idea for you to bring an extra suitcase to carry it home. The award, a magnificent work of art (a $300.00 value) that measures over 13 inches tall, is made from hand-engraved imported lead crystal and mounted on a three-tier solid marble base (see it here). I'm sure it will merit a special place of pride in your home. Third, it's my pleasure to inform you that we have also decided to create and present to you a beautiful and colorful Commemorative Award Medallion in appreciation of your poetry presentation at this prestigious international symposium. Fourth, you need to submit your registration to the convention as soon as possible as our available space is nearly sold out. While we regret having to turn poets away, we purposely limit space to ensure a close-knit atmosphere where lasting friendships will be made. Poets consistently tell us they appreciate this policy and that the opportunity to make new friends is one of their favorite reasons for returning again and again. And Albert . . . there's much more . . . 50 POETS WILL SHARE $100,000.00 TOTAL IN PRIZES--INCLUDING THE SINGLE LARGEST POETRY CASH PRIZE EVER AWARDED--$20,000.00 AND A $10,000 BOOK PUBLISHING CONTRACT! And don't forget the most lucrative amateur poetry contest ever! Your contest entry poem can be written in any style, on any subject . . . and can be up to 40 lines long. Just think . . . for this poem alone, you will have the opportunity to win one of 30 cash and gift prizes to be awarded at the Symposium . . . including a Grand Prize of $20,000.00--the largest cash prize ever awarded in an amateur poetry competition. There's also a Second Prize of $10,000.00, Third Prize of $5,000.00, two Fourth Prizes of $2,500.00, and five Fifth Prizes of $1,000.00, and 15 other cash prizes of $500.00 each. The hit Fox TV show American Idol winner Ruben Studdard will be on hand to present the Grand Prize. Your society is also encouraging today's youth to develop and utilize their poetic talents in a positive manner. This year we will award five $1,000.00 cash scholarships to talented young poets attending the Symposium. In all, $100,000.00 in cash and prizes will be awarded at this single event! LIGHTS . . . CAMERA . . . ACTION! And that's still just the beginning . . . we've got three very special days planned for you . . . ones you'll never forget! ** You will be officially inducted as an honorary "International Poet of Merit" for 2006. ** You and your poetic achievements will be honored at a Gala Banquets and Award Ceremonies. ** You will enjoy dazzling world class entertainment created especially for you featuring Grammy Award-winner Tony Orlando. ** You will learn more about your craft in seminars, reading rooms, rap sessions, and workshops, where you can read and discuss your poetry in informal settings with other poets from all over the world. Back by popular demand are the ISP rap rooms, our famous sunrise poetry readings, the ISP Open Microphone Rooms, and workshops on how to fine-tune your poetic talents. ** You will have the rare opportunity to get up-close and personal with Pulitzer Prize-winning poet W. D. Snodgrass, Academy of American Poets Past Chancellor David Wagoner, Dr. Len Roberts, Dr. Herbert Woodward Martin, and over twenty other poetry celebrities who will be in attendance. ** You will participate in a fantastic international poetry competition featuring 50 prizes totaling $100,000.00. A Grand Prize of $20,000.00. ** You and your guests will also be eligible to win one of many door prizes, valued at over $10,000.00. ** You will make friendships that will last a lifetime and will return home with wonderful memories, your Outstanding Achievement in Poetry Imported Lead Crystal Award Trophy, your Commemorative Award Medallion, and lots of other special gifts. DON'T BE LEFT OUT Don't miss this opportunity. Space is limited, and our Conventions routinely sell out. Plan to join your fellow poets at the most amazing city in the world Las Vegas, Nevada at the legendary Riviera Hotel and Casino from July 20-23, 2006 for the poetic event of the year! I am also looking forward to meeting you and celebrating the power and beauty of poets and poetry! Sincerely, Steve Michaels Convention Chairperson International Society of Poets   New Software to Strengthen Dominican Students’ Skills will feature the cover of new Publishamerica author,  Albert Williams’ Haunted Heritage and Other Stories.     The project written and developed by Anna Winston, a Dominican educator living in New York is designed especially for Caribbean students.   The software will be launched in December of 2006, where educators and students of Caribbean Primary and Form One of Secondary Schools  will be given the opportunity to obtain a rich, exciting and authentic interactive Language Arts comprehension software.    All educators are urged to embrace this tutorial and lead their children on the path to success and self-actualization. For more information,  call 1-646-431-3911     In related news, Author Albert Williams, also featured in the first issue of Levee Dominique, The only printed newspaper exclusively for Dominica’s  International Community. The first issue was released on May 1st 2006, bringing together information, events and issues affecting Dominicans living in communities as varied as St. Martin, St. Thomas, Ontario, England, New York and Florida. Albert Williams, poet, author and journalist, who was born in the UK, migrated  to The Commonwealth of Dominica at the age of 10 in 1972 where he became an adult, and established himself as one of the leading lights of literature on that Caribbean Island. Williams returned to the UK in October of 2004 and now lives i n the South-Eastern town of Crawley, West Sussex, who’s population is some 100,000 where 11.5 %  black, minority and ethnic make up the population. #Williams besides continuing to pursue his literary career is on the shadow  board of Homes for Crawley.       Hello poetry fans:   just a word to let you know that my poem Womanof Passion has been chosen as one of the poems to be included in The United Press' latest anthology, Waking Dreams ..and will be availble from all good bookstores worldwide..   Check it out and let me know what you think...i   Creatively yours Albert     rom:	"Howard Ely" <HowardE@poetrylink.com>  Add to Address Book
To:	"Albert Williams" <albertwilliams2006@yahoo.co.uk>
Date: From: "poetry.com" <SMichaels@poetrylink.com>  Add to Address Book To: "Albert Williams" <albertwilliams2006@yahoo.co.uk> Date: Thu, 13 Apr 2006 03:22:16 GMT Subject: 20th Anniversary Poetry Event in Las Vegas   From: "poetry.com" <SMichaels@poetrylink.com>  Add to Address Book To: "Albert Williams" <albertwilliams2006@yahoo.co.uk> Date: Thu, 13 Apr 2006 03:22:16 GMT Subject: 20th Anniversary Poetry Event in Las Vegas      Imagine . . . "The winner of $20,000.00, a $10,000.00 book publishing contract, and our next Poet of the Year is Albert Williams!" Dear Albert, There is great news, and I want to be the first person to tell you. You have been nominated for this year's Poet of the Year competition. It was not hard at all choosing this year's nominees. Your talent and dedication to poetry makes you an obvious choice. This year has special meaning because the International Society of Poets is celebrating twenty years of poetry, and we want you to share this momentous occasion with us in Las Vegas, Nevada, July 20-23, 2006 for the 20th Anniversary International Society of Poets Convention and Symposium. We are just now putting the finishing touches on what is sure to be the biggest poetry celebration of the decade. Albert, I want you to know that I am reserving a place for you at this year's historic event. Our Editorial Advisory Board and judges look forward to hearing you read your very best poem in this year's competition. As a nominee for this year's Poet of the Year award, you will be presented with a newly designed, imported lead crystal trophy honoring your outstanding achievements in poetry. Click here to see the award. There is an excellent chance that y     o Special Announcement! 2006 Convention Update! Just Announced . . . Over 750 Poets Already Registered! $100,000.00 in Cash and gift Prizes will be Awarded       Dear Albert, Time is running out. There are less than 50 days to register for the International Society of Poets 2006 Poetry Convention & Symposium. There are over 750 poets already registered, and space is filling up fast! Call 410-356-2000, extension 101, to reserve your place. Don't forget, Albert Williams will be officially inducted as an honorary member for 2006 on Saturday, July 22nd at 7:30 PM in Las Vegas, NV. Sincerely, Steve Michaels www.poetry.com/PoetsCorner/index.asp u could be one of the winners sharing $100,000.00 in cash and prizes that will be announced live on Sunday,   July 23, 2006.	Mon, 20 Feb 2006 20:59:59 GMT
Subject:	You're featured in Immortal Verses!

From:	"Howard Ely" <HowardE@poetrylink.com>  Add to Address Book
To:	"Albert Williams" <albertwilliams2006@yahoo.co.uk>
Date:	Mon, 20 Mar 2006 20:14:44 GMT
Subject:	You're featured in Immortal Verses!

Dear Albert,      Several weeks ago, we informed you by mail that our editors have certified your poem "Honourable Natty Dread" as a semi-finalist in our International Open Poetry Contest. I'm writing to remind you that your poem will automatically be entered into the final competition held in April 2006. As a semi-finalist, you now have an excellent chance of winning one of 104 cash or gift prizes--including the $1,000.00 First Prize. You may even win the $10,000.00 annual Grand Prize! We wish you the best of luck as you compete for these prizes in the coming weeks (click here for a complete list of prizes).      And that's not all . .

Albert . . . Imagine Your Poem Featured on a Page by Itself in a Beautiful Coffee-table Edition!      As I mentioned in my letter, and in celebration of the unique talent that you have displayed, we also wish to publish your poem in what promises to be one of the most highly sought-after collections of poetry we have ever published . . . Immortal Verses* *(actual publication title may be different)      Immortal Verses, scheduled for publication in Summer 2006, will be a classic, coffee-table quality hardbound volume printed on fine-milled paper specifically selected to last for generations. It will make a handsome addition to any library, a treasured family keepsake, or a highly valued personal gift. And best of all, this magnificent volume will showcase the poetry of Albert Williams on an entire page itself!