Query Letters
I love query letters. No, I really mean that. Something about being forced to write short, tight and succinct really gets me going.
Since spring break I’ve been toying with two article ideas for writers. Well, one, to be honest, but the first rule of query writing is never send a query with just one idea (unless it’s to the big-league magazines, who often like lengthier and more in-depth queries). So I spent a little time, thought about another article idea that’s been lurking in the depths of my brain, and put together an outline to get my idea straight.
Just zipped off the query to an editor who is truly one of my favorites to work with. I sense her love of editing through her emails and that’s something I really admired. She’s also respectful of replying–no ‘falling off the earth into the bowels of rejection’ for her–if she doesn’t think an idea suits her publication, she’ll let you know.
Both of my ideas are good, and one in particular has the potential to be a workshop, report or online course. I love those most. If they don’t suit her, I’ll spiffy ‘em up and send to another editor. We shall see…fingers crossed…(must be this new purple wallpaper inspiring my creativity…)
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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 :)