I swear that I'm really going to write about things I've learned from reading submissions, and having to justify either recommending or rejecting them. That last part is the brilliant thing about being a slush reader. I have to be able to articulate what's wrong with unrecommendable stories, and when I'm dealing with competently-written ones that just don't sparkle, it's a learning experience to explain the problems I see.
I will take pride where I can get it!
I swear that I'm really going to write about things I've learned from reading submissions, and having to justify either recommending or rejecting them. That last part is the brilliant thing about being a slush reader. I have to be able to articulate what's wrong with unrecommendable stories, and when I'm dealing with competently-written ones that just don't sparkle, it's a learning experience to explain the problems I see.
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Note to my feline companions
Dear Cats, Thank you for delivering freshly-caught rodents to our doorstep. Gee, that's sweet, and it shows what valuable hunters you are. Also, I…
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Clutter catastrophe threat level: Imminent
Dear Santa, I have been a very good girl this year. Please install cabinets that lock in every available space in my house. The toddler in my life…
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Notes to self and the day
Dear Emotional State, I do not like you. Sincerely, All that is rational in me *** Dear Sense of Humor, No one else in here is interested in…
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