An Idiosyncratic collection of inspirations, fascinations, and amusements–some ephemeral and some a bit more sticky.
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Friday Finds: Every week I share ideas and inspirations, both silly and serious, which inform my (writing) life. This week it’s all about submitting to literary magazines — and rejection.
“Ten Things I’ve Learned over 12 Years of Sending Out Stories,” by Josh Rolnick. [via The Millions]
“How to Read Rejection,” by C. Michael Curtis, long-time Editor at The Atlantic
A video reply to a rejection.
Every week I share ideas and inspirations, both silly and serious, which inform my (writing) life.
This week it’s all about the internet, social media, and tuning out the siren call of other people’s voices. We can pretend to be “busy” all day long by on social media, email, or by searching out someone else’s creative work on YouTube or other websites. But let’s face it. Unless we keep the digital monster at bay, it can eat up all our creative time.
MAD about Words
is the brainchild (and heartchild) of
Mary Ann de Stefano
Writer, editor, writing coach. Cool, clear-eyed, seeker of wisdom and truth. I believe in you.
