When most writers think of rejection letters, their thoughts run from “Nooooo!” to “I’ll never write another word!” to “Well, maybe I’ll try again.” Rarely does a writer get rejected and think, “Yippee!” But that’s exactly what you should be thinking as you read that...
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What Does “Previously Published” Really Mean? | Writer’s Relief
When you’re ready to submit short stories, poetry, or personal essays to literary journals, it’s important to check the guidelines for phrases such as we do not accept work that is previously published, or submit previously unpublished work only. Why? Because most...
5 Writing Tips To Improve Your Final Draft | Writer’s Relief
You’ve been writing, editing, proofreading, and rewriting your short story, poems, or novel. At long last, you’re at the point where you feel your WIP (work in progress) is done! Pat yourself on the back, do a happy dance, get a celebratory snack—but don’t start...
8 Unbeatable, Strong Ways To Start Your Story, Poem, Or Essay | Writer’s Relief
If you’re submitting work for publication, you want to be sure your opening lines are engaging and distinctive. A literary editor who’s bored after a few sentences won’t bother to continue reading your submission! Your opening lines should set the tone for what’s to...
Busting The Writers’ Myth About Making Summer Submissions | Writer’s Relief
It used to be an unwritten rule: Writers didn’t send out summer submissions. Literary agents and editors were all on vacation or working summer hours, so the general assumption was—why bother? But that was back in the decades of poodle skirts, tie-dyed shirts, leg...
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