Get your short stories to readers
Section 4: Putting your best Foot Forward
Elaine L. Orr
As you might expect, the best way to make a good impression is to take the time to prepare a high-quality story. That includes the story itself, the quality of proofreading, adherence to the magazine's format instructions, and perhaps most important a solid cover letter. Submission guidelines will indicate format (margins, double spacing, etc.) They will generally also advise including a cover letter, what it should touch on, and whether it should be separate from the story or article or included in the same electronic file. The lessons in this section will cover: