All of the stories which were shortlisted are now on the Peter Barry blog, sadly mine is not amongst them and I have not been placed. I was upset for 10 minutes or so then gave myself a mental shake. It is no good, however normal or easy, to allow myself to wallow in self-pity. As I mentioned yesterday I will read my story through again to assess what magazine I think it would suit.
I need to get something out into the world as all I am waiting on now is a 100 pen portrait for Mslexia magazine. Oh, I tell a lie. I sent a short story to the Weekly News in October, I have heard nothing so perhaps I should contact them to see if any decision has been made. I will leave that to Monday as sending out a query mail late on a Friday afternoon doesn't look good.
On a more positive note I have amended the story I am working on with my Guru. I am hoping that the changes I have made are taking me in the right direction. I will not give up, I know it will happen for me I just need to believe in myself and keep going. When one door closes another one opens.
About Me
- Rae Argent
- A fiction writer and mum to three great kids, also lucky enough to be married to the man of my dreams. In spite of that mushy comment I do not write flowery romance - I like a nice helping of real life grit in my work. I have a Diploma in Literature & Creative Writing from The Open University and remain a member of the wonderful Watford Writers, despite moving on several times. I am a big fan of Swanwick Writers Summer School which has taught me a great deal and where I have made many great friends. I have yet to reach the dizzy heights of becoming a published superstar but will continue to send my work out into the world.
Chin up honey :o)
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Never mind. The way writing goes you'll probably hear lots of good news all at once. I too am waiting to hear back on several stories I've submitted to the Weekly News. Hopefully we both hear good news very soon! x
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