Does this mean anything for the future?

Cavegrrl · Jan 7, 2009

Hello,

I am a beginner in freelance writing and I sold an article to a national glossy, my first national glossy

, and they pay well ( or at least I think, I dont really know what to expect...) Anyway, I am wondering if that will make a difference in my future queries, that I can add that to the places I have been published? I have only ever sent 1 query in my life and that landed me that assignement...

Thanks

Tanya

Skyraven · Jan 7, 2009

of course!!!!!! You go girl. Yes use that as your clip. Just keep doing what you're doing and you'll have a ton soon enough! Congratulations!

Cavegrrl · Jan 7, 2009

Hey thanks....that made me feel good!

So "clip" means that part of the letter where you put where you have benn published? Boy, I am so green

Henri Bauholz · Jan 7, 2009

Congratulations! You've done much better than you realize.

bonobo_jones · Jan 8, 2009

Awesome, good for you!
Yes, clips are samples of your published work. It sounds like you're off to a great start.

stldenise · Jan 8, 2009

Yep, after this first one is published you can attach a copy of it to your future queries. Until then, when you send a query, say that you have an article to be published at X date in X magazine. It will sound impressive and let other editors know that you're good enough for the big boys!

A lot of us set up websites with our clips scanned into them so when we do email queries we can direct the editor to our site. That way we don't scare anyone with attachments. You can check out mine at www.denisebertacchi.wordpress.com. I converted a free blog into a clip site.

ritinrider · Jan 8, 2009

Congratulations Cavegrrl. Denise, what a great idea, when I get another clip or two may I borrow it?

inkkognito · Jan 8, 2009

stldenise said:
A lot of us set up websites with our clips scanned into them so when we do email queries we can direct the editor to our site. That way we don't scare anyone with attachments. You can check out mine at www.denisebertacchi.wordpress.com. I converted a free blog into a clip site.

I did this too, but on an offshoot of my main website: www.barbnefer.com

You have to be careful with rights, which is why not all of my clips are out there. But even if you just list the places you have been published, it will give you more credibility.

Cavegrrl · Jan 8, 2009

Ah, what a great idea! I was asked to submit writing samples before I was invited to send quiries, never knew those were called "clips

You all are very helpful! Thanks

Tanya

writergirl08 · Jan 10, 2009

That will make a wonderful difference. Congratulations!

Autodidact · Jan 10, 2009

Absolutely, way to go, good work. Also I hate you

NeverEndingStory · Jan 12, 2009

What a great way to begin 2009. Congratulations!!! Heed the advice given here and keep doin' whatever it is you did to land the national mag -- it's obviously the right thing!

And, :welcome:

to AW!!

Skyraven · Jan 12, 2009

Cavegirl no problem. If you're still feeling "green" you can get Jenna Glatzer's book "Making a Real Living as a Freelance Writer." It'll get the green out. You can also check out The Freshman Writer for more info and inspiration.

Congrats again!

Does this mean anything for the future?

Cavegrrl

Skyraven

What happened to my LIFE?!

Cavegrrl

Henri Bauholz

bonobo_jones

Covered in dog hair

stldenise

Scout Mom

ritinrider

inkkognito

Onlyifyouwanttowillyoufin daway-Enya

Cavegrrl

writergirl08

Autodidact

...in my Maidenform Bra.

NeverEndingStory

Skyraven

What happened to my LIFE?!