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Cate Stern's avatar

It's so heartening and informative to hear about all the work you did beyond pumping out your first draft! Thank you!!

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Anna Rollins's avatar

Thank you so much for reading and for sharing this with me!

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Kara Simons | Joyful Resonance's avatar

I resonated with so much of this! Thank you for sharing your story-- I already can’t wait for the next piece.

I’ve started querying my spiritual self-help memoir (non-denominational and focused on the otherworld where imagination and spirit dance). I have publishing success with oracle decks but zero bylines and want to remedy that. I have a journalism degree but haven’t practiced in decades because I’m an attorney. Hearing about your process is really encouraging. I’m happy for your success!!

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Anna Rollins's avatar

Oh, I love hearing about someone else who has completed a full manuscript but has not yet begun pitching short pieces. Sue Shapiro's Byline Bible helped me so much with pitching. I'm eager to hear more about your spiritual self-help memoir, too!

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Kara Simons | Joyful Resonance's avatar

I’ve seen her name and will pick up a copy. Perfect for what I need now-- thanks.

And ditto about your book!

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