I am on a high this morning (Australian time) having had one of my short stories accepted by the Boston Literary Magazine. It may not be The New Yorker, but it is one of the few magazines that make an effort to let you know if you have had a near miss - and telling you what they liked, or did not like about your work. I do understand how lots of editors are snowed under, or have another job to juggle (sorry about the clichés) but sometimes it’s great to have some feedback.
(My first story was rejected, but so nicely that I was happy about that, and totally agreed with what they said.)
I have been working with one of their editors, Robin (who has been wonderful) tweaking my accepted story, which will be published in the next issue. I especially love their sense of humour and the Typo Hounds are a hoot! Great stories on there too - check it out.
Myra, many congratulations. That's a big deal and a fine magazine. Well done.
That's great news, Myra. Congratulations.
Myra, JLD is correct. It is a big deal, and I'm so happy for you!
Here's the link. Boston Literary Magazine www.bostonliterarymagazine.com
Very cool indeed!
Thanks James, Sam and Mary :-)
And Darryl.
Congrats, Myra. Big score, way to go!
Excellent! Good for you.
Way to go, Myra! That's great news!
Congratulations Myra on your publication.
This is a great magazine! They are based in Somerville, MA not to far away from me. They always do great work! I am really happy for you!!!!!
Thanks everyone.
Yay Myra! I love BLM, Robin Stratton is a super editor and a very kind and generous person. A huge congrats -- one of the 'rags' I regularly read. Please let us know when your baby is out! Peace...
Will do, thanks, Linda. Yes, Robin was great!
And thanks Gloria, for your kind words as well.
What great news! Very well done!
Congratulations, Myra--that's wonderful!
Thanks, Susan and Gill.
Congratulations.
Congrats Myra! Will look for it. And I agree, Robin is fantastic.
Myra, I was in BLM a few issues back. It's a very good credit, and you ought to be proud of yourself. Congrats!
Wonderful news! Very excited for you :)
Kari, James and Gill, thanks for the kind words.