Get ready for a new challenge!

Grow the HubPot Challenge

A new HubPages challenge with daily prizes

Happy Wednesday, Hubbers. I'm very excited to announce a new official HubPages contest! Starting next week, the Grow the HubPot Challenge will be open for submissions. Here's how it's going to work:

1. Starting next Monday we will put .25 cents into the HubPot for every Featured Hub published per day for one week, so the more people who write Hubs, the greater the prize money. (Only the first Featured Hub per AdSense ID per day may qualify, and only Hubs by users who are enrolled in the HubPages Earnings Program are eligible).
2. At the end of each day, HP Staff will select the 10 best Hubs that day a winner will be randomly chosen to receive 50% of the day's HubPot. The other 50% will go into the Grand Prize HubPot winner for the week.
3. The amount in the HubPot and the previous day's HubPot winner will be announced each day around 2pm.

Our goal is to grow more great Hubs on HubPages, and we hope you'll join us for this exciting challenge! :)

Christy Kirwan
Editor & Web Content Manager

Improving Photography Composition Skills: Cropping

by noellenichols published 2 days ago

Cropping a photo can be a valuable way to learn how to better frame a subject. It can also be used to save photographs where the subject can benefit from cropping.

NASCAR in 1964

by sunflower99724 published 2 days ago

Richard Petty won the Daytona 500 on February 23, 1964. "The King," as he is known in racing, is still involved in NASCAR today as a team owner. What else has remained the same ? What has changed ?

10 Young Adult Fantasy Novels

by chelseasblog published 47 hours ago

A list of 10 Young Adult Fantasy Novels that I love.

What Jobs Can a Teenager Apply For?

by stuff4kids published 30 hours ago

Getting a job as a teenager can be a step towards greater independence, getting out into the world to learn new skills and make friends. But what jobs can you apply for and how ? Read on to find out!

Funny Test Answers Given By Junior High Students

by teaches12345 published 7 days ago

Junior High students can come up with some pretty funny answers to test questions. Althought hilarious, teachers look for ways to help students relearn concepts missed.

Ten great Symphonies

by John Sarkis published 2 days ago

Some of the world's foremost symphonies from Haydn to Shostakovich. Along with breif overview of this, the most complicated of all musical forms. And youtube recordings.

What It's Like to be a Twin: Pros & Cons

by Natasha Peters published 10 hours ago

Yep, I'm a twin. It's not all fun, pranks and flawless friendship, I can assure you. If you've ever wondered what it's like, or just want to read some of my funniest experiences, now's your chance.

Best Ways To Straighten Hair Without Damage

by stajo82 published 2 days ago

Learn how to straighten your hair using most gentle ways. Achieve straight hair safely with flat iron, hair dryer or even without them! Find out how to maintain straight hair for long and over night.

[Recipe] Spiced Pear and Brie Cupcakes

by hlwar published 27 hours ago

Thinking of offering a cheese platter at your next get-together? Why not try serving something a little sweet too, like spiced cupcakes with pears and (wait for it) Brie Cheese Frosting!

A Minecraft potion brewing guide

by Esthercita79 published 5 days ago

In the PC game Minecraft you can brew potions to help you to regain health, survive fire, breathe underwater and to harm your enemies. This hub will explain how to brew several potions .

Getting a Divorce | The Difference Between At Fault and No Fault Divorces

by jellygator published 6 days ago

Every state has no fault divorce options, but many states still allow or require some finding of fault before granting divorce. This article examines what everyone should know before filing.

Am I Pregnant? How to Tell if You're Pregnant

by Pregnancy Now published 7 days ago

Most women who are trying to conceive want to know right away whether or not they're pregnant. If you're in the monstrous two week wait, maybe there are symptoms of pregnancy before you test.

How to Make Green Beer for St. Patrick's Day

by beckisgiftguides published 3 days ago

Green beer is a St. Patrick's Day tradition, and who doesn't love traditions? Originating in America, this is something you won't see in most other parts of the world, but adds fun to your party!

How To Declutter Your Home for Spring

by Healthyannie published 29 hours ago

How to declutter your home in time for spring. Clear out your house and get ready to let spring into your home by decluttering in time for spring. How to get rid off clutter in your home or house.

Get Rich Slowly; 5 Fun Ways to Make Money on the Side with Little or No Investment

by Jesse Schenck published 5 days ago

Searching for a just a little bit of extra scratch on the side without the need to invest your life-savings or work the equivalent of a second job? Explore these fun ways to get rich slowly.

Canine Atopy: What Do Pet Owners Need to Know and Do?

by DonnaCosmato published 21 hours ago

Is your dog's allergic reaction a food allergy, flea allergy or an atopic reaction to environmental allergens? Here's commonsense advice from Dr. Cathy Alinovi of HealthyPAWsibilities.

Becoming a Canadian Citizen

by John MacNab published 2 days ago

Leaving your home country and moving thousands of miles with your family to set up in a foreign land is a courageous move. Knowing that you may never see friends or relatives again, especially if there is religious or political strife in the land of...

Reconciliation with People who Have Hurt Us

by Carola Finch published 2 days ago

Christian steps to reconciliation with people who harmed us.

Team U.S. Virgin Islands - The Other US Olympic Team in 2014 Winter Olympics

by Chuck published 2 days ago

The 2014 Winter Olympics will have2 teams representing the U.S.. Team USA is the Official U.S. Team. But the U.S. Virgin Islands territory will have a team representing this little speck of the USA

Best Screen Capture Software for Recording Games

by Tech Trix published 6 days ago

Most screen capture software programs are actually trial versions with time-limits and irritating watermarks. What users actually need is a screen capture tool that allows a “no limits” and watermark-free recording. Thankfully, there are a few great tools available for download.

Great Food in Downtown LA: The Tulip Cafe

by williamsykes published 2 days ago

We all need to eat. In my continuing exploration of Hidden Downtown LA, I have found a restaurant that is unseen from the street, but shines brightly within the Jewelery District

Want to enter the challenge?

How to Enter the Grow the HubPot Challenge

If you're interested in participating in the Grow the HubPot Challenge, here's how:

• Qualifying Hubbers must have a valid AdSense ID and be enrolled in the HubPages Earnings Program
• New Featured Hubs will automatically be submitted starting Monday, February 24th at 12:01am.
• Only the first Hub per AdSense ID per day will be included in the Challenge, so if you plan to publish more than one Hub per day, make sure your first is your very best one.
• Shoot for an 8+ on our writing scale since high-quality Hubs are more likely to be chosen.
• Publish a new Hub each day to increase your chances of winning.

For more information on the Grow the HubPot Challenge, check out our Blog post:
http://blog.hubpages.com/2014/02/the-new-hubpages-challenge-grow-the-hubpot/

This Week's Rising Stars

A few Hubbers have kindly mentioned that the previous Rising Star winners did not display properly in last week's Newsletter. I'm very sorry for the hiccup, and I'd like to take a moment to announce them with my congratulations. Last week's contestants wrote some beautiful Hubs in the Home Topic, so without further ado, here are the winners:

1. DIY Coffee Table Ottoman by notavgcraftymom with 27% of the votes
2. Ways to Save Water by LWhip with 20% of the votes
3. Simple Pillow Cover by prestonandkate with 13% of the votes

Below you'll find the current  Rising Star winners. Our candidates showed off their skills in the Games, Toys, and Hobbies Topic this week:

Christy Kirwan

Talisman (Revised 4th Edition) Enhanced Rules and Gameplay

Contained within are a set of alternative rules to enhance the gameplay of the Talisman (4th Edition) board game, along with reviews for all the expansions and other great accessories.

The Best Life Simulation Games Like The Sims

Find more life simulation games like The Sims here. I Love The Sims and this page is dedicated to similar games that I have enjoyed just as much over the years.

Why the Effects of Video Game Violence on Today's Youth are a Red Herring

The popular debate over the impact of video game violence on its real-world counterpart, while founded on realistic principles, is a red herring and a scapegoat for far greater societal problems.