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Articles on the Writing Craft Preparing for Publication Captivating Queries - Page 3
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Page 3 of 3 Try to close your letter with something besides Sincerely. A majority of queries contain this salutation. There's nothing wrong with it but try variations like Respectfully, Cordially or Best Regards. Breathe a sigh of relief. Your query is finished. Only one more step and you're completely through. Send a self-addressed, stamped envelope (SASE) with your query. When an editor's ready to give you a decision, she won't have to search for your address, an envelope, a stamp. Plus, it's a professional courtesy and most publishers ask for a SASE in their submission guidelines. Before you go to the post office, take one last look at what you're sending out. Use these checklists for your own records. My query is: Addressed to the right person I have: Included a SASEIncluded my address, telephone, fax and e-mail address Noted the publisher and date sent |
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