ASK, FIND, ENLIGHTEN. These three words sum up what Blurtit is all about. Whoever you are, you're welcome. Whatever you know, we'd like you to share it with us. Whatever you need to know, we'll try to help you.

Blurtit is both a community, where people share interests and help each other, and a fast-growing database for knowledge of all kinds. Whenever you answer a question on Blurtit, you are giving something of lasting value. It's because we take this very seriously, that we ask you to take it seriously too.

As soon as you answer a question, you become a writer. We want you to think of yourself as a writer, your answer as an article and other Blurters as your readers (remember, that's potentially a huge audience). Whether you're helping with maths puzzles, sharing a recipe or advising someone on a personal problem, you are offering something unique; so your writing style should do it justice.

You'll soon know what your audience think of your writing thanks to the rating system. Good writers, who provide helpful and clear answers, soon find their ratings climbing up. Why not take a look at some of the Top Blurters' work and see if you can do better?