I'd have to say that my contest was fairly successful at pulling in visitors during this years A-Z Challenge, especially considering I had very little time to visit other blogs. A total of 293 people stopped in, leaving 1357 comments -- 336 more than I received last year. Most were one and done commenters (the norm during the Challenge), but 40+ were double-digit visitors and a handful commented on EVERY SINGLE POST! Thank you!! Success or not, I'm glad I held this contest so I could reward at least one of these followers.
Here's a breakdown of who visited my blog in April (note - I only listed the ones who left comments a minimum of ten times, which was the cut-off to be eligible for the prize). And NO...you can not go back to those April posts and comment now, they are closed. If you disagree with the number of comments I have listed, just leave me a note and I will check it out.
Alex J. Cavanaugh 26
Kristen Dyrr 26
Laura Marcelle 26
michelle 26
farawayeyes 25
Melanie Schultz 25
Heather Gardner 24
Andrew Leon 23
C. Lee McKenzie 23
JL Murphy 23
Tiana Smith 23
Christina Rains 22
Yvonne Lewis 22
Amy Lyre Turner 20
Bish Denham 20
Clarissa Draper 20
Sue McPeak 20
David List 19
SP Bowers 19
Cindy Dwyer 18
Joanne Fritz 18
L. Diane Wolfe 18
~Brandy~ 17
Al Diaz 17
mshatch 17
Deanie Humphrys-Dunne 16
Erin L. Funk 16
Hilary Melton-Butcher 16
Jeremy (Retro) 16
VR Barkowski 16
Dani 15
Tina 15
Allison (Geek Banter) 14
Natalie Aguirre 13
Donna 12
Michael Di Gesu 12
Suzanne Furness 12
Brinda Berry 11
Crystal Collier 11
Elizabeth Seckman 11
M.J. Joachim 11
Nick Wolford 11
Marti 10
Miranda Hardy 10
Now it's time to see who can double the amount of times their name appears in the hat for the $75 Amazon gift card drawing. Below is a list of 26 questions about me, the answers to which were buried in each of my 26 posts. Each person who emails me at dlh.hammons@gmail.com with the correct answers to ALL of these questions will have their chances in the hat doubled. And it's got to be all 26...no skimping! I will post the answers and the winner of the contest on Monday, May 6th.
Good luck everyone!
1. What is the title of DL's future project that snippets were post in three seperate posts?
2. His most current WIP is what genre?
3. What date foes DL consider his blog birthday?
4. DL's blog was named what it was because of his affinity for flying. True or False?
5. What is the name of the short story DL is about to have published?
6. Where did DL go to college?
7. Which state does DL live in now?
8. DL lacks one of five senses, which one is it?
9. The first vehicle DL owned was what?
10.
11. What is the title of DL's Project X?
12. DL's favorite musical artist is who?
13. What was the original name of DL's first book?
14. What is the name of the anothology that DL's short story is being published in?
15. DL is a military brat...but from what branch of the military? Army? Navy? Air Force? Marines?
16. What was the name of the first major writers conference DL attended?
17. Is DL a Pantser or Plotter?
18. What type of gaming console does DL play the most?
19. How many years will DL be married this June?
20. Is DL an Early-Bird or Night-Owl?
21. Name ONE of the authors that influenced DL growing up?
22. What is DL's favorite MLB team?
23. DL has a writing ritual...what is it?
24. What is the tentative title of DL's current WIP?
25. How many years has WRiTE CLUB been running?
26. What does the 2.0 signify at the end of DL's blog name?
This contest was an amazing idea to get people to come back to your site, but I have to admit, I came back for your witty comments, great stories, and general delightfulness.
ReplyDeleteLike Melanie, I too only visited because you had wonderful topics and made me laugh. Good luck on the quiz everyone!
ReplyDeleteHey, I had a perfect score with the visiting!
ReplyDeleteWill email you later.
My memory isn't what it was so the quiz is out for me, after reading all the reflection post today my head is reeling. Good luck all with the quiz.
ReplyDeleteYvonne.
What fun!
ReplyDeleteI feel badly that I missed it - still going back to read even if I can't comment!
Wow you had a great turn-out! :-)
ReplyDeleteHi Don .. I was about half way - so put in a reasonable showing .. congratulations to the person who has the energy ... or perhaps the desire to know you better - perhaps I should reconsider?!
ReplyDeleteHave fun .. and I sure hope someone comes up trumps ... cheers Hilary
PS - On other notes - hope all is progressing smoothly ... with thoughts still ...
whoo-hoo... great stuff.
ReplyDeletethe answer to all your 26 questions is: the cheetah!
i win, i win... sorry just wanted to make you laugh, you did an awesome job.
thank you for letting us all be part of it.
I know the answers to some of those questions but not all. I guess I'll have to bank on the 17 comments I made :)
ReplyDeleteI actually know some of those. (Although where you live is easy!)
ReplyDeleteHad fun as a co-host but it was overwhelming.
Wow. Excellent break down. I didn't do very well this year getting around to blogs. Next year I will be better prepared.
ReplyDeleteHey DL. I visited and commented on ALL 26 POSTS... as opposed to the score of 18 that you've given me. :)
ReplyDeleteI'll e-mail later on...
Writer In Transit
That looks like a pretty good list of stats to me so congrats on that. I know several answers will see if I can work out the rest!
ReplyDeleteAwesome how many people are on the list. I'll e-mail you later.
ReplyDeleteYou are so clever. What a kicky idea. Congrats on your A to Z success. I will definitely jump back in next year.
ReplyDeleteI'm really only going to go back and find answers to all of your questions because you spent the time to create this quiz and because you now follow my blog! (Ok, maybe I want the $75 Amazon Card - my wish list on that site is nearing 250 books...sigh.) Your creativity inspires and I only hope someday that I will have enough followers to pose a contest like this!
ReplyDeleteThis open book, right? I always hated open book tests...
ReplyDeleteOh dear. Now I have to remember all that stuff. This is going to be my afternoon project. It's been great fun, D.L. Thanks for making it so easy to get through the AtoZ with your exciting posts.
ReplyDeleteWow...I was impressed with the participation rate. But, really??? Tests? I gave those up years ago. One of the benefits of being a grown up is that I can buy my own prize.
ReplyDeleteAw, I probably would have made the cut if I hadn't taken that week of to go to New York. Good luck on the test, everyone.
ReplyDeleteWow, I'll have to go back and see which post I missed. I have to say I really enjoyed reading your A to Z. I didn't participate but all the same it was fun. Some of you guys had really great themes this year.
ReplyDeleteTHE TEST - OK, I admit it I'm an airhead. I read and commented on 25 posts and I can only remember the answers to about 15 of your questions. I suppose I could cheat, and go back and read them, and answer correctly, but I'll take my chances with just 25 chances to win and see what happens.
It was a fun month and I'll be looking forward to see who wins.
I sent my quiz answers! It was fun getting to know you, DL!!
ReplyDeleteHappy reading and writing! from Laura Marcella @ Wavy Lines
Hey! I know some of these answers. :D Can't wait to see who wins your contest. It's been fun learning more about you DL!(:
ReplyDeleteWow, I took notes all through April and I STILL can't answer two of those questions. Sneaky of you... Now I have to go back and re-read.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on making it through A to Z despite your wife's health issues, and losing a pet and everything.
Your posts were a blast throughout the month! Good luck to everyone! :)
ReplyDeleteHoly Moley, WonderBoy...Your 'Think Tank' runneth over! You sure know how to tap into a persons 'Competitive Nature'...I missed '6' posts commenting (whapping my head) DangIt! Okay, I'll do the '26 Quiz'...Bring It, Mister!
ReplyDeleteSeriously, this is why you made my 'Spectacular Interfacing' List on my Reflection post.
Sue CollectInTexasGal
AtoZ Reflection Post
Well done DL it was a great idea, I can keep reading after that point my fingers stop typing, so I saw more than I commented on, but do I get a bonus point for noticing you didn't give us a clue on one of the days... :)
ReplyDeleteI missed two? Dang.
ReplyDeleteGreat theme. Great ideas. Great info.
Thanks for the great time!
Heather
I really enjoyed coming by your "house" when I could. However, looking at that quiz, I guess I don't have the memory I used to...so no doubling my chances. Dang! I gotta go figure out my winner...but much simpler, just random generator!
ReplyDeleteThanks for being such a great co-host to work with, and know I'm praying for you and your family.
Tina @ Life is Good
Co-host, April 2013 A-Z Challenge Blog
@TinaLifeisGood, #atozchallenge