T is for Signs of TROUBLE

Signs of Trouble by Janet Ann CollinsIllustrated by Jack FosterPrint ISBN 13: 978-1-61633-111-5; 1616331119eBook ISBN 13: 978-1-61633-112-2; 1616331127Blurb:Children with learning disabilities get separated from their Special Education class on a field trip and use what they’ve learned to get reunited with them. The included activities can help children learn safety rules, understanding of people withContinueContinue reading “T is for Signs of TROUBLE”

S is for Seuss

Now that we’ve dealt with the topic of rejection, I’d like to offer some inspiration. Just because your manuscript is rejected, doesn’t mean it lacks merit. It could be quite good. His book, And to Think That I Saw it on Mulberry Street , was rejected 28 times before being published. In fact one well known commentContinueContinue reading “S is for Seuss”

R is for Rejections

As Editor-in-Chief of My Light Magazine, I had run into times where I’ve had to reject a manuscript. It’s the thing I like LEAST about running the magazine.  However, if the magazine is to improve and accomplish it’s goal to spread the Catholic faith to our readers, we must be selective.As writers, how should we handleContinueContinue reading “R is for Rejections”

Q is for Quality Submissions

When submitting to an editor of a magazine or a book publisher, it is important to produce quality submissions to avoid an immediate rejection. When sending your manuscript, after ensuring it is ready, be sure to prepare a cover letter – even if you are submitting through electronic communication. The cover letter maintains a professionalContinueContinue reading “Q is for Quality Submissions”