Most people do whatever they can to avoid rejection, and it’s no wonder. Rejection hurts. Literally, your brain reacts to…
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How to Write a Query Letter for Magazines and Other Publications
I’ve written query letters and sent them to many magazines and other types of publications—some accepted, some not. In my…
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Meeting Your Rejection Quota
Back when I was in my late twenties or early thirties, I learned about something called a “rejection quota.” At…
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Publishing Mentor Tip: Submit Your Work Regularly
Submitting your work ensures publishing success. I’ve heard it said that you can’t win the lottery if you don’t purchase…
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How to Query a Magazine Editor and Land an Assignment
As a seasoned magazine journalist and a nonfiction editor, I know how to query a magazine editor and what type…
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