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In the news today:

The Headlines: What you should and shouldnt do (Post 1)
Dear Agness: Frequently asked questions answered (Post 2)
Advertising Space: Banners for the poorly linked (Post 3)
Letters to the Editor: Give us your suggestions (Post 4)
In other News: Our Afilliates (Post 5)
A Word from our Sponcer: Regonition of those who have kindly donated (Post 6)
Whatever happened to?: Recognition for the Gaians who did us proud(Post 7)

Dear Agness

Q: What is a Beta?
A : The job of a Beta is to proof read a story for any spelling/grammatical errors. They're the second person to read what you've written and they're basically an editor.
They will go over your work(s) and tell you how you can improve. They will also help to keep your story focused, keep the characters in character, help you with character development, plot development, and help smooth out ideas.. Betas are supposed to give you an honest critic, and point out any major flaws.
Many have strengths in certain areas. It's helpful to find someone who has a strength in your weak area.

Q : What is a Gamma?
A : Gammas are people who would like to have their written works read over by another in order to check for spelling/grammar mistakes
They are the original author who is seeking someone to help them edit.

Q : Why do you highly recommend getting a beta reader? Can't I edit my own work?
A : It's better if a second pair of eyes look at it. Since it's your work, you tend to miss the details and, with original stories, know stuff that a reader doesn't. A beta reader will help point out small mistakes you skip over, or point out larger ones you don't notice simply because you're the author.

Q : How do I apply to be a Beta?
A : You don't "apply." You post the form (shown in that thread) on the "Beta Applications" thread. A potential gamma may PM you after looking at that and then *wham* love at first site. However, if you're serious about being a Beta, be proactive! Take a look around, find a Gamma who sounds like a good match, and PM them with an offer to Beta their work.

Q : How do I become a Gamma?
A : Post the form (shown in that thread) on the "Gamma Applications" thread. A potential Beta may PM you after looking at that and *wham* love at first sight. However, if you're serious about wanting to find a Beta, be proactive! Take a look around, find a Beta who sounds like a good match, and PM them with a request to become your Beta.

Q : How will I know when I receive a beta/gamma?
A : He/she will PM you, either offering to be a beta/gamma, or accepting your PM'd request to be their beta/gamma.

Q : What should I do after I receive a beta/gamma?
A : Let a mod know so that your names can be added to the 'Partners in Crime' sticky. Then, start writing!

Guild related FAQ

Q : I'm having a problem with another member! What should I do?
A : PM one of the mods with your version of what happened, and a link to the conversation. We will decide who is in the wrong from there. We won't ban anyone without information or evidence. However, if it violates Gaia's ToS and our own Rules, we will consider this course of action

Q : What should I do if someone's flaming my work?
A : Report it to us. We will try take care of the situation as soon as possible. Please see the question above for further information if this gets out of hand.

Q : A mod is abusing his/her powers. What should I do?
A : In the extremely unlikely even this happens, please report it to another mod, Vice-Captain or Captain.

Q : When are you going to get the monthly contest up and running?
A : That depends on how fast we can organize it.

Letters to the Editor

None so far ^^

A Word from our Sponcer

yeah, there's people around... or maybe just me.