That's right! I got my first acceptance!
*does backflip*
My short story Shipwreck that I posted in April was accepted at flashquake, an online publication, for their Summer issue. It will be online from June 1st through the end of August and I'll post a link as soon as it's up.
In addition to finally having a writing credit to include in my upcoming query letter to agents, I get a CD of the issue AND five dollars!
Six editors vote on submissions and they included their comments in my email. The three that said something beyond "Yes" or "Maybe" said the following: "Engaging", "Beautiful, magical story", and "Nicely told".
I know this isn't a big deal in the grand scheme of things, but it certainly made me jump up and dance!
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Congratulations Melanie!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hey, you are a writer. I told you so, but now others have also.
I am very happy today. This is very good news.
Thanks!! It was definitely a nice way to start my Monday. I opened the email right after I write yesterday's post, otherwise I would have announced it then.
Still happy for you! Yay!
Wow that is VERY exciting news. Congratulations - so happy for you!
Thanks Wendy and Christy!
Totally awesome!! Congrats! Publication is always a big deal :)
See -- I may have jumped the gun a bit, but as your mother, I KNEW you were a writer! $5 isn't going to support me in my old age, however, so you need to get cracking!
Nope, it IS a big deal. Congrats!
Thanks ladies. And I know it's a big deal, it's just not THE big deal. :P
Mom, I'll see what I can do.
That's great news! You must be so excited.
Please let us know what you spend your $5 on. I'm always interested to know what writers do with their first payday.
((BIG HUG))
Congrats from Chicago!!!
Well done. Today Flashquake, tomorrow the world.
Congrats Mel!
AC, that's an excellent point. It will most likely be groceries since my parents deposit the money in my account and I only use my debit card at the grocery store.
Thanks Amy & Jenna!
Stephen, let's hope!
Congratulations, Melanie. Doesn't this mean that now you're not just a writer, but an author?!
That's exciting!
Pam, this means I'm sort of a writer. Author comes with a book publication. :)
*Brings the male hula dancers to celebrate with Mel*
Awesome! Congrats Mel!
I'm so excited for you!! And just to help you celebrate, I think I will have a glass of wine tonight. Or two... :)
CONGRATS!!
Congatulations! That's a HUGE step in the journey!
And p.s., your mom is too funny.
Congratulations! That is very exciting.
Yay!!! I want to jump and dance with you! That's terrific! :)
Turkey, I knew I could count on you!
*shakes booty*
Nadine, thanks for helping me celebrate. :P I just sent Ibis for beer at the store across the street. It's really for the Wings game, but I'll say it's to celebrate. :)
Thanks Lurker!
Yes, she's very amusing. :)
Thanks Katie & Robin!
Woohoo! Congrats.
Thanks Travis!
Much congrats!
I really am so happy for you. It *is* a big deal. First sales always are. Be proud (you earned it!) and treat yourself to something extra nice.
Congrats! That's a pretty big milestone! Hope to be following by making that one soon too!
Let us know when it's up so I can read it.
CONGRATULATIONS!!
I hope we can see a link up soon.
Thanks Gypsy! I don't know why I always try to downplay accomplishments, but I do. :)
Thanks Ben & Pink!
I'll post a link as soon as it's available.
Congratulations, Melanie.
Thanks Joe!
any sale is brilliant. enjoy!
Thanks SS@S!
And what an honor to have you stop by. :)
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