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From the Mouths of Editors
Read the Publications First
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Why do I need to read what they´ve already published?
Read the Publications First
Before submitting to an editor, be it traditional publishing or on the web, read what they've published. Nothing is more frustrating than to publish only science books and to have submissions about talking pigs that lose their eggs at the market. E-zines are even more specific, with science fantasy being completely separated from horror and writer's e-zines completely different from literary magazines. Do your homework before submitting anything.
