by Steven | Jun 17, 2011 | Blogs
I’ve been waiting for 2 months – it really looks as though I can forget about a reply from Sunset Magazine. I had a feeling when I sent it that they wouldn’t reply. In my reading, I’ve learned that getting a reply from large publications most likely will require...
by Steven | Apr 24, 2011 | Blogs
Well, it’s out the door. My first query letter has left my computer and gone out into the world. I guess all that’s left is to wait for a response. I’m curious to see how long it will take to get a reply. My query letter went to Sunset magazine. As you saw last...
by Steven | Mar 28, 2011 | Blogs
By now, I fully understand the importance of writing a good query letter. If the letter doesn’t speak loudly and clearly to the editor you send it to, it will most likely be rejected. So getting the first few lines right is critical. I went over my first query with...
by Steven | Mar 16, 2011 | Blogs
Writing my first query letter has been a real experience! Besides enjoying the process, I’ve learned a lot about the approach needed to capture an editor’s attention and get enough interest to get the go-ahead. After all, if the editor says no, there is zero chance...
