August 2, 2005
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GUEST ARTICLE

Rejecting Rejection

By Gabriel Constans

If I got paid for every rejection I’ve received from queries I’ve sent to magazines, newspapers, journals and book publishers, I’d be as rich as R. K. Rowling.
When I started taking writing seriously (again) about sixteen years ago, I sent out a column about loneliness to the local weekly entertainment/political magazine and had a nice reply saying they would like to print it. I was ecstatic and literally jumped up and down and hit my head on the door frame. Luckily, for my head, I was able to eventually contain myself and start on the next project. “Heck,” I thought, “If getting published is this easy I’ll be a widely read and successful writer within months.”
Reality soon set in and I received at least fifty rejection slips in a row from various publishers about stories and articles I had submitted. Most were the usual form letters. “Please excuse this form letter, but we get so many submissions it is not possible to personally reply to them all. Your submission has been carefully reviewed. Our decision to not use it at this time is based on numerous factors and is no reflection on your writing.”
Some were more personal, yet just as maddening.
“Thank you for thinking of us. We liked your story, but it wasn’t quite right for our focus.”
“The focus of your idea was well done, but the writing lacked clarity.”
“Your presentation of the material is very good, but we recently did a similar piece.”
“You are a gifted writer. Good luck.”
“You write well, but your book doesn’t fit our plans. You may want to try a smaller publisher who specializes in your genre.”
“We appreciate your finely written story, but we are a small publisher and have to be very selective. You may want to consider a larger, more diverse publishing company.”
Within months I had gone from the ecstasy of my first published piece to a continuous stream of rejections and a state that most closely resembled a manic-depressive insomniac who was willing to walk on hot burning coals to have my writing accepted, let alone occasionally paid for.
A transforming and sanity-saving moment occurred while writing late one night, when I realized that I had to write because I LOVE writing MORE than getting what I write published. This change of attitude turned me away from the self-defeating behavior of a masochist scribe to a less stressful understanding of writing as a joyful, self-fulfilling process unto itself.
Yes it is always a thrill when someone accepts something I have written, but luckily I was graced with the insight that I AM a writer, whether others acknowledge that fact or not. And the more I practice, the better it gets.
Rejection letters come and go, but I no longer take them to heart. I wouldn’t shy away from a six-figure advance for my next best seller, but I don’t live my life waiting for it to happen. The odds of that occurring are about as good as winning the lottery.
Writing for publication is like preparing a good meal. Even if what you cook is meticulously prepared it may not suit someone else’s tastes. Keep trying new recipes and spices. Sooner or later someone will savor the dish you've concocted and you’ll get to enjoy the main course of a writing life and the delicious dessert of publication.

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MARKETS

July 25
CREATIVE WRITER SOUGHT

We are a OEM of advanced cushions for the bedding and shoe industry. We work with brands like Ikea, Nike, Adidas, Reebok etc to develop high end advanced cushion systems. This new project we are launching will be a web development project. I am seeking talented writer whom can help me do some research in my industry.

For now I am seeking writer who is capable of writing / editing marketing content. I will pay them 4 dollars per page based on the quality of work he/she is providing me. Please contact me for further informaiton.

Compensation: $4 per page based on the quality of work
Reply to: jc_teka@yahoo.com

July 23
FREELANCE WRITER SOUGHT

Freelance writer needed for business magazine to educate / promote web-based solutions to prospective and existing clients. Please send samples and resume. We are looking to build long-term relationship with writer. Strong background in journalism preferred.

Compensation: negotiable
Reply to: h.wellman@alvion.com

July 22
FREELANCE PROOFREADER WANTED

Dover Publications, a subsidiary of Courier Corporation, has challenging opportunities for Freelance Proofreaders.

Book publishing experience required.

Qualifications include: Associates Degree in English or Communications. Intermediate computer skills with familiarity with MS Word, Excel, and the Internet.

Compensation: negotiable
Reply to: ttorretto@doverpublications.com

July 21
TRUE, SHORT STORIES NEEDED

Small publisher looking for short stories (1000 words or less) about people who have started their own niche market business and have been successful. Stories will be part of an anthology. The stories should have a strong human interest component and should include direct quotes from the business owner him/herself. Will pay $15 per accepted story. No by-line given. Please email stories as body of an email, not attachment and put story submission as your subject or emails will be deleted. Deadline August 15, 2005.

Compensation: $15 per accepted story
Reply to: editor@teacheasy.net

July 20
CREATIVE SCREENWRITER NEEDED

Screenwriters wanted to write scripts (4-5 pages) for short films for our website, www.backrivercatfish.com. Some experience in creative writing necessary. Can pay up to $5/page,if idea used.

Compensation: $5/page
Reply to: baldingbob@backrivercatfish.com

July 19
GHOSTWRITER SOUGHT FOR 1-3 ARTICLES

I have expertise in customer service for healthcare organizations. Need a ghostwriter to write 1-3 business topic articles to appear in Healthcare trade publication. I have much of the material needed but need help organizing and writing final article. Proven experience in related topics a must.

Compensation: TBD
Reply to: jim@jimgurney.com

July 18
MUSIC REVIEWERS WANTED

The Ann Arbor Paper seeks CD reviewers. For consideration, please email a 100-word description of the last song you heard, a brief bio (including any writing or music industry experience), and the genres you are most interested in reviewing. We are looking for writing that is witty, stylish, informed and succinct. Music reviews are usually 300 - 400 words long, and writers usually review 2-3 releases a month.

Please don't apply if you are unfamiliar with the Paper - check us out at www.annarborpaper.com if you haven't seen the publication before.

Compensation: negotiable
Reply to: music@annarborpaper.com

July 16
ARTICLES NEEDED

We are a home theater manufacturing company that deals with homebuilders, interior decorators, and architects. We are looking for a writer to write articles, as well as a couple of paragraphs that explain what we do.

Please contact me with a short sample of your work, and your experience, and we will be in touch shortly.

Compensation: 50.00 per article
Reply to: speakerguy2004@yahoo.com

July 15
HORROR SCRIPTS NEEDED

Subtle horror scripts like "Hide & Seek". Low budget but will scare your pants off. Surprise ending but audience should be"thinking" as we go. Prefer female protagonist but open. Forget the obligatory sex scene, we want scary.

Compensation: negotiable
Reply to: purplevalleypics@sbcglobal.net

July 14
WRITERS FOR A MAGAZINE NEEDED
TELECOMMUTE

Citizen Culture, the magazine that’s been called “The New Yorker For Young People” by the Boston Herald and “One of the Most Prominent Launches of 2004” by MrMagazine.com, is relaunching this December. We need articles, photo essays, original artwork, poems, fiction, and more for both the magazine and for our website, www.citizenculture.com. One of our goals is to serve as a “career launch pad” for talented writers and artists who have yet to make their mark on the world, so previous clips are not a requirement.

Rates are ten cents per word for articles and fiction, $30 per photograph or high-quality artwork, and $20 for cartoons and line drawings. Pieces selected for the website are not paid, but you will receive a byline. Prose submissions should be no longer than 3000 words.

Themes for the first three issues are: Our Hidden World, Faith and Ethnicity, and Relationships. In addition, our brand-new “Local Flavor” section will be covering the following cities (and the surrounding areas): New York, Chicago, and Philadelphia.

Address submissions to Michael Pullmann, Managing Editor. Keep an eye on our website for details on future issues.

Compensation: 10 cents per word
Reply to: michael@citizenculture.com

July 13
ACCEPTING ARTICLES

Zonemom.com is still accepting articles. Zonemom.com will be site for moms. Have you written about tips for stay at home moms, work at home moms, anything related to moms, women's issues, tips? Has a special woman in your life made a difference? Send us your submissions. If we choose to feature your article as a highlight, not only will get good exposure but we'll pay you $25! If we use one of your articles anywherelse throughout the site, we'll pay you $2, via paypal only. There are no limits on the length or shortness of your articles, we know that a lot of you out there are truly talented writers who know how to use your words wisely.

Please do not send: a resume, a query, portfolio's. Please send only completed articles.

Compensation: $2-$25
Reply to: four_point_mom@yahoo.com

July 12
WRITERS FOR NEW MAGAZINES NEEDED

A new magazine headquartered in Chicago, Illinois is looking for writers. We are willing to pay for feature articles. The magazine is targeted to Black, American Men, between the ages 25-54 in small and midsized markets.Articles must be 800-1200 words in length, and cover the following subject areas: Crimminal Justice, Education, and Health.

Compensation: $100-300
Reply to: dwilliams@vankita.com