1.
Create a file, paper or digital, for the ideas. When an
idea shines so brightly that you can’t let it go, add it to the collection.
That way, you’ll have it if you need it; otherwise, you might forget it. Don’t
be overly concerned about organizing these random ideas, just get them in
writing.
2.
When you have your ideas in black and white in front of
you, you can more realistically determine which work and which don’t. Those
that don’t work should not be discarded, because you may have another writing
project in the future in which they are a perfect match.
3.
Group your ideas into categories. Some may work better
for plots and some for characters. Some may be geared toward picture books
while others are middle grade or young adult material. Organizing the ideas
allows you to view the scope of the concepts you’ve collected.
Next week, I’ll continue the series.
Call for submissions for adult
writers:
Parenting. Parenting’s readers are moms whose kids range in age from
newborn through age 12, as well as expectant moms. The magazine covers the psychological and
practical aspects of raising a child, and the emotional issues that face
mothers — from nurturing their own friendships to juggling the various parts of
their lives. The magazine is largely freelance written. Fees for articles
depend on length, degree of difficulty, and the writer’s previous
experience. Generally, feature articles
run between 1,000 and 2,500 words in published form. For writers new to
Parenting, the best opportunities are the departments. The pieces there range
from 100 to 500 words. Queries for each of these departments should be
addressed to the appropriate editor (such as Kids’ Health Editor, or Ages &
Stages Editor). Pays up to $1/word.
Check out more contests on my blog: http://nancykellyallen.blogspot.com/
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