In one sense I’m late to the party as a committee member posting this. In another it’s a reminder for those who need it to get voting; you don’t have long.
And in a third I wanted to delay to reinforce the buzz that accompanies the run up to the Bash and the announcement of the Awards’ winners. Let me give you a taste of how that Buzz will be manifest.
Last Year, after we closed the voting period we had a total number of votes, across all categories of over
6500
This year the voting has been open for 3 days and we already have over
6300
So unless you guys stop voting with a screech that can be heard from space we will smash the record of last year.
(Editor’s note: of course, a group of willing volunteers is needed to count and verify each vote which it the reason why Sacha’s Mushrooms* are being readied as I write)…
And so the the reminder
VOTING IS NOW OPEN FOR THE BLOGGERS BASH AWARDS (ABBAs)
This is it. The wait is finally over!
The FOURTH Annual Bloggers Bash Awards 2018 are now OPEN FOR VOTING.
You can vote HERE.
We had a HUGE number of nominations, so thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate your favourite bloggers.
Voting Closes at midnight on April 30th (BST). The winners will be announced on May 19th at the Bash in London. If you can’t make it along to the event don’t worry, we will put a winners post out on the evening of the same day. Although we have pingbacks to all the winners blogs it would be best for you to check back to see if you won.
TO THE VOTERS – Choose carefully, you can only vote ONCE per award. There are 9 awards (so this is a long post). Yes, you can vote in each category, but only once in every one.
TO THE NOMINEES – Good luck to you all. Every nomination is really well deserved and as a result, this year we are doing things a little differently. Winners will have their prizes and certificates shipped to them as well as their winner’s badges emailed. However, all nominees will be entitled to a Bloggers Bash nominee badge once the voting is over.
Don’t forget to follow all the fun in our Facebook group, on Twitter, or using the Hashtag #BloggersBash. We also have a mailing list which ALWAYS gives you the most up to date info before anyone else.
Disclaimer: The committee has done their best to coordinate the nominations and to ensure, where possible, we gave nominees a choice of which category they wanted to be in. Due to time constraints and limited resources, this may not have always been possible. In addition, the committee is not responsible for the quality of information nominators gave. The committee uses the information it is given. This year we specifically requested the ‘NAME OF YOUR BLOG’ not your first name. Therefore this is what we are displaying. If your name has been displayed incorrectly, you can contact us and request a change by emailing annualbloggersbash@yahoo.co.uk. While the committee will endeavour to make changes promptly we neither guarantee to make those changes nor do we guarantee to do so in a certain time frame.
Awards:
BEST OVERALL BLOGGER
Who is the blogger that excels in a variety of categories? Who provides excellent content, is sociable and engaging with readers, shares other posts, or has a writing style that keeps you coming back time and time again?
Whoever you choose needs to be an all-rounder. A blogger that is head and shoulders above the rest as that’s what makes the Best Overall Blogger.
FUNNIEST BLOGGER
Which blogger always makes you laugh the most? Whether that’s through humourous content or their blogging manner. A blogger that has your sides aching from laughter and brightens up the blog-o-sphere is what makes the Funniest Blogger.
MOST INSPIRATIONAL BLOGGER
Who inspires you? Is there a blogger that’s thought-provoking and inquisitive? Perhaps they’re a muse to you with the constant provision of inspirational content or imagery. Who’s the one blogger that touched your heart? This is what makes the Most Inspirational Blogger.
MOST INFORMATIVE (Original Content) BLOGGER
This award is for the blogger with the most informative and original content. Who creates fascinating content that you find yourself longing to read? Perhaps they’re a history blogger or they write about the craft of writing/blogging, or maybe they like archaeology or wine tasting. They could be an artist or musician. The topic is irrelevant, it’s the original content that counts. A blogger who shares a wealth of knowledge in an informative way is what makes the Most Informative & Original Blogger.
BEST BOOK REVIEW BLOG
There are so many wonderful book bloggers out there, but which one stands out for you? Whose book reviews do you enjoy reading and engaging with? It’s not the number of reviews that’s important, but more about the quality of them. Who has you clicking the ‘buy now’ button after reading a riveting summary, or who has the most thoughtful reviews? A blogger who shares an abundance of book reviews in a memorable way deserves the Best Book Review Blog.
SERVICES TO BLOGGERS
Which blogger goes out of their way to help others? Maybe this is someone who helped you kick-start your blog with tutorials or how-to guides. Perhaps they continually reblog your posts. It could be a blogger who consistently provides useful posts on how to boost your blog. Or maybe you want to nominate someone who provides an engaging platform for others.
Someone who selflessly dedicates themselves to other bloggers is who deserves the Services to Bloggers award.
HIDDEN GEM
Have you stumbled upon a blog by chance and discovered useful information, or thought-provoking content? Is there a blog that doesn’t get the notoriety they deserve? Maybe they have such an original style you can’t help but read their posts. A blogger who you believe should get the limelight for a change is who deserves the Hidden Gem award.
NEWCOMER BLOGGER
A category for those bloggers who have been blogging less than a year (joined the blog-o-sphere after 1st June 2017). Did they join with a bang? Have they made an impression? Do they engage with readers? Are they funny, or well designed, or maybe share posts that make you smile time after time. A newbie blogger who deserves recognition makes the best Newcomer Blogger.
BEST PAL
Which blogger do you want to go to the pub with? Or maybe have dinner with? Who never fails to reply to comments, and has thoughtful things to say? Maybe they encourage the community through weekly challenges or blog parties. A blogger who makes the blog-o-sphere a better place is what makes the Best Pal.
That’s it, folks!
Remember to get your ticket and to follow us on Facebook or Twitter using the Hashtag #BloggersBash. We also have a mailing list which ALWAYS gives you the most up to date info before anyone else.
* Mushroom (noun): a simple organism known for thriving when kept in the dark and buried up to its neck in manure
Reblogged this on Sue Vincent's Daily Echo and commented:
A reminder from Geoff…
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Those voting figures are fantastic! It just shows how much the Bash has caught hold and is a credit to those who have worked hard to ake it happen.
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Ah too kind but flattery is always welcome to nourish ones ego…
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No, flattery is praise undeserved.
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Reblogged this on willowdot21 and commented:
An important reminder from Geoff 💜
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All done and dusted Sir !💜
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Well done sergeant. Stand down…
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That is just mental!!! In just over 3 days!!! Wow!
You guys… the whole committee… you’re doing the Bash proud!
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It hasn’t happened yet….
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But if it wasn’t for you guys, it wouldn’t be anywhere near happening,l and it is, in less than 6 weeks! I have to start researching recipes…though carrot cake may just have to feature!!!
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Wow, this year the voting has really rocketed! You poor mushrooms are going to have your work cut out for you.
Thank you all for the hard work that goes into organising the Bash and the Awards! 🙂
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We love it really… is that what I should say Auntie Slasha… sorry Sasha…
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HAHA!, You are brave Geoff! 🙂
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You haven’t seen this years beard. That is brave
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Ooooh, are you dyeing it?
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She is….
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Oh no… anything could happen! You had better be nice to her for a while! 🙂
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Good job, smash that voting record!
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I used a Trump system of double counting….
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Ha, ha! You mean if we really really looked at the crowd numbers it would be sad?
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Something like that
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Voting done right away when Sacha posted. How could I wait? I wonder how many votings will come in this time!
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Goodness only knows…
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Wish I could attend the Bash. I am thrilled to be nominated as funniest blogger.
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If only I could vote….
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Reblogged this on Musings on Life & Experience and commented:
It’s time to vote for the Annual Bloggers Bash Award.
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Thanks for the reblog Patricia…
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I never heard of this group. I may have to stop on by and ask if I can look around. Sounds like a fun place. Bloggers Bash – neat title. 🙂
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Any time Bryan. The meet up in London in May is a good place to put faces to names.
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Glad to to hear so many are voting. Sheesh, I’d hate to think of how many nominations there were initially that had to get whittled down. 🙂
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It didn’t take too long. The nightmare Part is getting the voting polls set up correctly
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You guys are awesome!!! 🙂
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WOW!! What an amazing response!!! So exciting!!!
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