"Writing Matter Web Excellence Award 2009 Winners"

Writing Matters Web Excellence Award
This version of my award began 8/1/2008

Click here to see 2008 Winners.

Gold Award Winners

The Game Puppet	01/07/09	Larry Schaeffer has had an outstanding website as long as I can remember, but his latest renovations will blow you away! On top of educating his visitors, Larry offers a awards program of his own which will motivate you to dust off the HTML tutorial and make your contribution to the web. Breathtakingly beautiful design work and interesting, educational content make "The Game Puppet" an outstanding example of Internet craftsmanship which cannot help but make the Internet a better experience for all who find it!

Silver Award Winners

History of Public Address	05/15/09	Ken Yaxley provides us another historical treasure in the history of Public Address. With pictures and commentary from someone who was there, 83-year-old Yaxley has certainly provided a historical treasure to posterity and has left a legacy to be observed for generations to come. Featuring microphones, amplifiers, speakers, and cat whiskers, this site also has a easy sound switch which plays old-time radio music. Step into this online museum and prepare to be amazed!
Ancestral Archives	05/04/09	David Lehman loves his Aunt Ruth. Aunt Ruth provided him a running start into the genealogy of his family, Lehman/Betts. Now David has created this incredibly detailed site and seeks help from fellow family members and genealogists to fill in more branches of this family tree. This site is a fully function command center for genealogical research, complete with an ahnentafel, news page, family events page, and places to submit queries and network.
Author Joel Goulet	04/29/09	It is a well known cliche that you can't tell a book by its cover. However, nothing could be closer to the truth in describing the website of author Joel Goulet. While still a sight for sore eyes (or of eye sores), it showcases the prose of an amazingly talented author, and Joel is generous enough to share both screenplays, novel excerpts, and an award-winning short story. What Joel lacks in web design he definitely makes up for in content, which is why I recommend you stop by and read some of his work.
Velociteen	04/23/09	My first response upon viewing Velociteen was that this was a stylish onling magazine with a noble mission. Then I noticed the staff was mostly made up of teenagers, and I was blown away with amazement! Velociteen is a one-stop shop for teens looking for positive moral support. With a mission "to reach out, support, and help teens world-wide to improve the welfare of our generation," Velociteen should be applying for a Nobel Peace Prize instead of a website award! Check them out, patronize their advertisers, but above all, wish them continued success.
Crystalled-Roses.Net	03/29/09	If you like Emma Watson and Rupert Grint, or better yet, if you are obsessed with Harry Potter, have read the books multiple times, and would love to read some fan fiction to continue to feed the addiction, you must check out Crystalled Roses {dot} Net. Isnani Isnen is a talented and prolific writer and artist with a site to showcase both! With an up-to-date blog and vivid imagination, Isnani is sure to keep you entertained for hours and give you your Potter fix... or at least your Ron and Hermione fix!
Marcella's Pen Calligraphy	01/26/09	Looking to add a special something to those wedding invitation envelopes? Need a special certificate to award contest winners or workshop participants? Looking for a site that has wedding invitation ediquette and games to play? Marcella's Pen Calligraphy is a home based business run by Marcella Wegiel that specializes in hand calligraphed envelopes, certificates, place cards, and other items. Each item is lettered personally by Marcella in your choice of calligraphic styles. Her artistic touch will serve as a unique testament to your good taste.
Hugs R Us	01/11/09	In this website, you will find out many things about mental health. Hugs R Us strives to give accurate information on a wide variety of topics. They also try and show that there is a lighter side to the problems discussed, and that those of who live with such conditions for life are people first, middle, and last. Mental illness is often all consuming, taking up far more than a small portion of the lives of those affected by it, but they are just like you &#8212 human and people who care.
Story of a Radio Dealer	01/10/09	Ken Yaxley was introduced to his father Herbert's radio business at the age of eight, and later helped his mother watch the shop while his father was at war. Ken developed a lifelong passion for the radio business, and has created a five chapter site detailing the comings and goings of radios and people to his father's shop over the years. This site is a one-of-a-kind historical treasure and those who love history will be greatful to Ken for this unique and exhaustive preservation.

Bronze Award Winners

Shri Radha Krishna Spirituality Portal	03/10/09	Are you interested in the culture and religion of India? Learn about the customs and spirituality of the Radhavallabh sect in this informative portal. From their history and heritage to their literature, culture, and festivals, this site is a great place to go to have your questions answered. While you are here, play games, chat, send greeting cards, or browse their online store!

Merit Award Winners

Tahiti-Maeva.Com

04/05/09

Planning a honeymoon in Tahiti? Make sure to check out Tahiti-Maeva.Com before you go. Available in English or French, this site features the island's rich history, receipes, and songs, as well as travel information such as visa restrictions, maps, and hotel accomadations. You can even learn 30 Tahitian words to help you mingle with the locals! Maeva!