Xklam8n encourages easy reading and writing using exciting mobile phone and pc texts through monthly SMS Story competitions in Uganda
Xklam8n is a Japanese-style mobile-lit business in Uganda that allows the 'C' generation (C - collaboration, creativity, content) to use cell phones to write short stories, poems, even novels via sms or the web in monthly SMS Story Competitions* that recognise the winner and first runner-up with cash prizes of USHS 100,000 and USHS 50,000 respectively.
"The revolutionary aspect of online literature is that it is unfiltered, unfettered... its structures support collaboration and cross-pollination, and a vibrant critical community." -- Dana Goodyear.
SENDING EXAMPLE: Simply write an SMS story in the 140 character space of your phone beginning the SMS with the letter 'x' followed by a space then the title of ur book and chapter number (no spaces and preferrably short) then leave a space followed by the text of ur book normally (which must of course have the title ;-) and send to 7197.
For example: x thecapital1 Once upon a time.... sent to 7197 means you are writing Chapter 1 of the book 'The Capital City' etc. Textisms like '2 u' or 'da man' or 'i luv u' are allowed. It's a whole new genre of literature...and everyone's invited for the party!!! Your story will appear on our website within 48 hours.
RECEIVING EXAMPLE: To receive a cellphone story send the word 'xklam8n' then the known title of the book and chapter number (no spaces) you want to read then send to 7197 e.g. xklam8n thecapital1 sent to 7197 means send me the chapter 1 of the book 'The Capital City' etc When readers order for your book you are credited part of the earnings.
*Terms and Conditions apply. Subscribers on all networks are eligible. Winners will be contacted by 0772312160.
Contact Information:
For submissions: submit here
Website: http://www.xklam8n.com/