International Society Of Poets ripoff Internet

I too came across this web site (contest) and just for the heck of it spun out a poem in 30 seconds( I mean real CRAP )

Suprise!!!! I receive a letter telling me my poem was selected out of thousands and entered into the finals. I was to have my poem (CRAP) put into a book. I could order the book if I wanted to send in $69.00...Ya right....I just laughed it off saying do you think I am a fool?

The next day I got an email from a Steve Michaels saying
" you and your poetic accomplishments could be honored at the legendary Riviera Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, July 20 - 23, 2006 " I also won an"Outstanding Achievement in Poetry Award ($300.00 value) is a magnificent work of art made from imported crystal; it is hand-engraved and mounted on a three-tier solid marble base. This will be the first time ever we have bestowed these crystal awards. They have been created by artisans that we commissioned specially for this year in honor of our 20th anniversary. This impressive 13-inch award is so valuable and fragile that we have designed a special carrying case to ensure the protection of your prestigious award."

Not only but also a "bronze Commemorative Award Medallion ($40.00) is a forged bronze medal with intricate detail that's brilliantly displayed on a colorful nylon ribbon."

Along with get this...."Full one year membership in the International Society of Poets for 2006-2007 ($60.00 value) entitles you to a personalized membership card, an embroidered ISP patch, an ISP window decal, a one year subscription to Poetry Today magazine, and entry into exclusive poetry contests for members only."

Guess what see the date that I could br honored July 20 - 23, 2006 ...I submitted my poem(CRAP) in August,2006...GEE how was that going to happen... Anyway you get the picture..They wanted MONEY for all this.....

Please do not get RIPPED OFF....Alway check people out that ask for money when you won something. If you won you shouldn't br paying any money.......
Thanks

Michael
Rochester, New Hampshire
U.S.A.