what’s the word….?
I think this is a rhetorical question, but I want to know the word that defines that specific period of time between the moment you send your article, book, short story–any piece of writing you’re hoping to get published–to the editor and the time they get back with you. You know, the span of infinite waiting that seems to drag on longer than an episode of Friends where all we get to do is watch Rachael whine? The duration of time where we ask ourselves “Will she like it? Will she buy it? Did I use periods? Did I write in English?” like a mantra?
I want to know the name for that period of time. If anyone knows or is able to create something creative, I’m all for it. Being an English teacher, I do have the default ability to create new words, so if you’ve got a suggestion, bring it on.
Just sent in the article yesterday to the RWR. My lag time (?!) wasn’t long–the editor–a wonderful lady I enjoy working with–sent back a quick note of approval within the same day. That’s writing karma for you.
Not so much karma on the workshop end of things. Got two (when one just isn’t enough) rejection letters from RWA stating that they’re not interested in my freelance workshop (solo) or my dialogue interaction workshop (with soon-to-be-published friend Donna MacMeans). Ah, well. Just means I’ll have to sell more freelancing to be able to afford the conference fee. I’m not passing up Dallas…
Back to the writing. A day off school…queries call!
Beth
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It's pretty simple, really. I'm a writer who loves writing about writing, and sharing all the tricks of the trade with other writers. And when I'm not writing, I'm thinking about writing. I have a hunch you know what I mean :)