Wordbird

Yes, you can add your POP3 email account (alex@oddopus.com) to Outlook, even if it doesn’t have a Microsoft account. Outlook supports POP3 and IMAP accounts, so you just need the correct mail server settings. Here’s how:

Steps to Add a POP3 Account in Outlook (Desktop)

1. 
   

   Open Outlook and go to File > Add Account.

   
   


2. 
   

   Select Manual setup or additional server types and click Next.

   
   


3. 
   

   Choose POP or IMAP and click Next.

   
   


4. 
   

   Enter the following details:

   
   
   
   
   • Your Name: Alex Kremer (or whatever you prefer)
   
   
   • Email Address: alex@oddopus.com
   
   
   • Account Type: POP3
   
   
   • Incoming Mail Server (POP3): (Check your email provider's settings, typically something like pop.yourmailserver.com)
   
   
   • Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP): (Usually smtp.yourmailserver.com)
   
   
   • Username: alex@oddopus.com
   
   
   • Password: (Your email password)
   
   
   
   


5. 
   

   Click More Settings, go to the Outgoing Server tab, and check:

   
   
   
   
   • "My outgoing server (SMTP) requires authentication"
   
   
   • Select "Use same settings as my incoming mail server"
   
   
   
   


6. 
   

   Go to the Advanced tab and enter:

   
   
   
   
   • Incoming Server (POP3): Usually 995 (check your email provider)
   
   
   • Outgoing Server (SMTP): Usually 465 or 587
   
   
   • Enable SSL/TLS encryption for security
   
   
   
   


7. 
   

   Click OK, then Next. Outlook will test the settings.

   
   


8. 
   

   If the test is successful, click Finish.

   
   

Notes:

• If you want your emails accessible from multiple devices, IMAP is better than POP3.


• POP3 downloads emails to your device and can delete them from the server, which may cause issues if accessed from other devices.


• If your email is hosted by Spaceship.com or another provider, check their documentation for the exact mail server settings.

Would you like help finding the correct mail server settings?

In Outlook for Windows, the File button is located in the top-left corner of the application. Here’s how to find it:

If You're Using Outlook Desktop (Microsoft 365, 2019, 2016, 2013, or 2010)

1. Open Outlook.


2. Look at the top-left corner of the window.


3. Click File—it should be the first option on the ribbon.

If You're Using Outlook for Mac

Outlook for Mac doesn’t have a File tab like Windows. Instead:

1. Click Outlook in the top menu bar (next to the Apple logo).


2. Select Preferences > Accounts.


3. Click + (Add Account) and follow the steps to add your POP3 email.

If You're Using Outlook Web (Outlook.com or Outlook in a Browser)

Outlook Web doesn’t support adding POP3 accounts directly. Instead, you need to:

• Use a desktop email client (like Outlook or Thunderbird) or


• Forward emails from your POP3 account to your Outlook email.

Let me know what version of Outlook you’re using, and I can guide you more specifically!

It sounds like you might be using the new version of Outlook for Windows, which has a different interface and doesn’t have a File tab like the classic Outlook desktop app.

How to Add a POP3 Account in the New Outlook for Windows

1. Click the gear icon (??) in the top right corner to open Settings.


2. Scroll down and click Mail.


3. In the left sidebar, go to Sync email.


4. Click Add email account.


5. Select Other (POP, IMAP).


6. Enter your email address (alex@oddopus.com) and click Next.


7. Select POP3 and enter your incoming/outgoing mail server settings (provided by your email host).


8. Click Add Account and follow the prompts to complete setup.

Would you like help finding your exact mail server settings?

It sounds like you're using the new Outlook for Windows or a version that doesn’t support POP3 accounts natively. Microsoft is gradually shifting users to a web-based Outlook that has limited support for POP3.

Try This Alternative Method in the New Outlook for Windows

1. Click the profile icon (top right corner) and select View All Outlook Settings.


2. Go to Mail > Accounts.


3. Look for Add a new account or POP and IMAP settings.


4. If you don’t see an option for POP3, you might need to switch back to the classic Outlook.

Switch Back to Classic Outlook

If the new Outlook doesn’t support adding your POP3 account, try this:

1. Open Outlook.


2. In the top-right corner, look for a toggle labeled Try the new Outlook.


3. If it's turned on, turn it off to go back to the classic version.


4. Now, click File > Add Account, and follow the POP3 setup steps I mentioned earlier.

Let me know if you need help finding your mail server settings!

No worries! It sounds like you might be using the new Outlook for Windows without the option to switch back. The new version is based on Outlook.com and currently has limited support for POP3 accounts.

Check If You Can Add POP3 in New Outlook

Try these steps:

1. Click the Settings gear (??) in the top right corner.


2. Scroll down and click View all Outlook settings.


3. Go to Mail > Sync email.


4. Look for an option to add a POP3 account (if available).

If POP3 Is Not Supported in Your Version

Microsoft is phasing out POP3 support in the new Outlook. You have two options:

Option 1: Use Outlook (Classic Desktop Version)

1. Open Microsoft Store or go to Office.com.


2. Search for Outlook (Microsoft 365 or 2016/2019) and install it.


3. Open the classic Outlook desktop app.


4. Click File > Add Account and set up your POP3 email.

Option 2: Use a Different Email Client

If your version of Outlook doesn’t support POP3, you could use:

• Mozilla Thunderbird (Free, supports POP3)


• Windows Mail App (Supports POP3)


• A webmail client from your email provider

Let me know which option works best, and I can guide you through the setup! ??

Here's a 200-word synopsis designed to persuade a publisher to stock "Wordbird" for readers aged 11-15:

Wordbird is a fast-paced, witty adventure that blends dystopian satire with classic school-story charm. Will Fox, a bright but rebellious teenager, lives in a world where thinking too much is dangerous, poetry is illegal, and ignorance is bliss—literally. When he’s caught with a forbidden book, he becomes a target of the all-powerful Oras, the enforcers of society’s mind-numbing rules.

As Will and his friends—nicknamed the Gang of Four—dodge surveillance and absurdly cheerful "Happiness Classes," they uncover the truth about the mysterious Zonienwood, a secretive institution that takes only the "best and brightest" and never lets them leave. Pursued by shadowy agents and a sinister librarian, Will must decide: will he conform, or will he fight for the right to think for himself?

Packed with sharp humor, wordplay, and a thrilling plot, Wordbird will appeal to fans of Artemis Fowl and The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. This is a book for young readers who love clever storytelling, laugh-out-loud satire, and heroes who challenge the system. A modern classic in the making, Wordbird is a must-have for any collection that values stories about freedom, intelligence, and the power of words.

Would you like any tweaks to focus on a particular publisher or market?

Here’s a revised synopsis with a persuasive but balanced tone:

In a world where thinking too much is dangerous, Will Fox has a problem—he just can’t help asking questions. Books are banned, TV keeps everyone grinning, and school teaches only what’s "safe." But when Will is caught with a forbidden book, he’s marked as a troublemaker and drawn into a mystery far bigger than he imagined.

The powerful Oras want to keep everything cheerful and under control, and the elite Zonienwood Academy—a secretive school for the country’s "best and brightest"—has taken an interest in Will. But nobody who goes there ever comes back. As Will and his friends dig deeper, they uncover a world of hidden knowledge, whispered rebellion, and dangers lurking behind every forced smile.

Blending adventure, humor, and sharp social commentary, Wordbird is a gripping and thought-provoking read for 11- to 15-year-olds. It will appeal to readers who enjoy fast-paced, clever storytelling with a touch of mystery and satire.