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   Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years ago

   
   Here is another opportunity for writers to be published.
   
   I'm not certain exactly what he wants.  Please read the details.
   
   https://m.facebook.com/groups/642644559 … ;ref=share

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   Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years ago

   https://www.sweetycatpress.com/blog
   
   Details here

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   Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years ago

   I just received notification regarding my submission.
   
   Hi Brenda,
   
   This is a gorgeous poem, and fits the theme perfectly. I'm happily including it in Stories & Poems in the Song of Life. Thank you for submitting it.
   
   Warmest Regards,
   
   Steve
   
   So, I'm in.  Yeah

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      AliciaCposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Congratulations on the lovely acceptance note! Have you ever considered publishing your own eBook of poems? It seems a shame to let someone else publish your poem (or poems) when they will make money from the publication but don't offer any payment to you.
      
      I can understand publishing at times without a fee for satisfaction, publicity, or for a good cause, but I think it would be nice if you earned more money from your efforts.

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         Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Linda
         Thank you for your kind words.
         If I held out for payment all the time, then my words would not get out there.
         I have often thought about publishing my own book, but I have been advised against doing so from a reputable book company.
         
         I've been trying to wait & follow their guidelines, but sometimes when I realize how short life really is...I think I should change my mind and start publishing away.
         
         So yes, right now...at this moment...I have been tossing the idea back around.
         
         Time will tell.
         
         Thank you so much.

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         k2khanposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Plz you all don't mind but i agree with Alicia.
         Anyhow, i send you my warmest congratulations on your success "Brenda"
         You 've always been rock!

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            Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

            Thank you so much.
            
            I appreciate your honesty too.

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      Miebakagh57posted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Brenda, congratulations! But I'm not interest at the moment. Thank heavens you're in...my pleasure.

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         Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Thank you Miebakagh

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   vidsagsterposted 2 years ago

   Congrats Brenda. So happy for you. Wish you the very best.

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Vidya
      Thank you so much.
      
      Give it a try.

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   Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years ago

   John...
   You do this all the time.
   
   I imagine you can write a good one for this one.

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      Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Thank Brenda,
      Sounds good. I will give it a go.

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         Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Goodluck

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      Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      I just wrote and submitted a poem. Let's see what happens.

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         k2khanposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Jodah, Best of Luck!

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            Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

            Thank you k2khan.

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         Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

         Best wishes, John.
         Blessings always!!

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         Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

         John
         I believe Magic happens...but we will see shortly.
         
         Glad you submitted your work.

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   bhattucposted 2 years ago

   Nice to note that they have accepted the poem for publishing. Meanwhile as Linda also suggested, you can consider going for publishing your book(s) through kindle desktop publishing (KDP). I did it and found the process quite easy. You have to learn a bit of formatting or conversion from doc to pdf or epub etc and that is done. Don't forget to include Kindle version also because that is which most of the people subscribe nowadays.
   Feel free to ask for any doubts as there are many writers here who are self publishing their works from so many online agencies.
   All the best and have a nice time.

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   Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years ago

   Umesh
   Thank you so much.
   
   I might be asking alot of questions if I decide to go this route.

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   bhattucposted 2 years ago

   You are welcome.

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   Poet Archana Dasposted 2 years ago

   Congratulations Brenda.
   May you get all what you desire through your writings & poems.

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      Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

      Poet Archana Das...
      Thank you so very much.

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    surovi99posted 2 years ago

    Congratulations Brenda. This is really happy news.

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       Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Rosina
       Thank you.
       I appreciate you being my friend.

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    Farah N Huqposted 2 years ago

    Hey, Brenda, guess what! I just got mine accepted as well! Thank you so much for the information and the wonderful tip. It helped me to write this piece.
    As for self-publishing, yes that would be a great thing but the way I see it, who is going to buy it unless I am a well-known author or poet or spend a lot of money on marketing. So having my work accepted in anthologies or my work published alongside other authors has a different charm and satisfaction. If my work is good, money will follow, hopefully!

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       Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Farah
       Congratulations!  I'm so happy my suggestion helped you with this one.
       
       As for the marketing...you are right.
       That's the reason I've been following the advice I've been given.
       It would be great to get a few books published...but this publisher tells me it's best to have a great following first.
       Then they do all the work.
       
       Time will tell.
       
       Congratulations again!  I'm happy for you.

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       Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Congratulations, Farah. Well done.

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    AliciaCposted 2 years ago

    Congratulations, Farah! I agree with the idea that it's not worth publishing a book if someone is a relatively unknown poet, but if many people are interested in their work I think it's worth considering.

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    Farah N Huqposted 2 years ago

    Thank you, so much, Brenda! You helped me both through your post and the wonderful tip. I knew exactly what I wanted to write after that.
    Congratulations once again!
    Stay Blessed always!

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       Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Farah
       I'm glad my suggestions helped you.
       Congratulations again!!

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    Farah N Huqposted 2 years ago

    Thank you so much, dear AliciaC! Yes, I agree with you on that. If an author already has followers then most definitely it is wiser to go for self-publication, but writing for others or in compilations, once in a while, might just widen that follower list. My opinion was stated mainly for new writers. As for experienced writers like Brenda, yes she should start working on her book, while such submissions can follow alongside that. I think of it as a good marketing strategy!

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    bhattucposted 2 years ago

    Farah, well done. Congrats.

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    Farah N Huqposted 2 years ago

    Thank you so much, Mr. Umesh.
    Thank you again, Brenda!

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       Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

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    Farah N Huqposted 2 years ago

    Thank you so much, John!

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       k2khanposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Farah, Glad to hear about your writing acceptance!
       Congratulations.

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    Misbah786posted 2 years ago

    Congratulations to Bredz and Farah, and best wishes to everyone who will participate!
    Blessings to all!!

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       Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Misbah
       Thank you

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    Jodahposted 2 years ago

    Thank you Misbah and Brenda

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       Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       John
       You're welcome.
       
       I'm so excited.  Glad you got accepted too.

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    Jodahposted 2 years ago

    “ Hi John.
    
    I LOVED your poem and fit the theme of this anthology perfectly. I am including it in Stories & Poems in the Song of Life. Thank you so much for submitting it.
    
    Warmest Regards,
    Steve Carr”

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       Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Woohoo!!!
       
       Congratulations!  I knew you had it in you.

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       Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       A big Congratulations to you, John
       Blessings!!

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    Farah N Huqposted 2 years ago

    I knew it! That’s why I was holding on to the wishes haha... Congratulations, John! Glad to know my submission will be featured alongside yours and Brenda’s!
    Thank you so much, Misbah for the wishes!
    Thank you, k2khan!
    Stay blessed always...

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    surovi99posted 2 years ago

    Congrats John and Farah. I have already congratulated Brenda. You guys are awesome, knowing your submissions have been gracefully accepted. Wish you all the very best.

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    Jodahposted 2 years ago

    Thanks Farah, Misbah, and Rosina.

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    Farah N Huqposted 2 years ago

    Thank you so much, dear Rosina!

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    Misbah786posted 2 years ago

    Hi Everyone,
    
    I also submitted a poem and it got accepted. My previous experience with him was unpleasant because he did not respond to me. So I was really hesitating to submit my work again. My emails, I believe, ended up in his spam folder. It's funny! I emailed him using my primary email address and received no response, so I emailed him again using my brother's email address, and he responded. I also informed him about my previous submissions.
    
    My poem had 30 lines, so he asked if I am willing to cut 5 lines and resubmit it. I edited and resubmitted it. Here is his response:
    
    Hi Misbah,
    
    I'm so glad you sent this revision because I loved it because it is worded so wonderfully and knew it was a really good fit for this anthology, but I needed to follow my own guidelines.I am happily including it in Stories & Poems in the Song of Life. I wish you had sent me an email inquiring about your submissions to A Love Letter (or Poem) So . . .I'm so sorry I missed the opportunity to read and consider them.
    
    Warmest Regards,
    Steve Carr

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       k2khanposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Congratulations Misbah!

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          Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

          Thanks a lot, Kanwal.
          Blessings to you!

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       bhattucposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Congrats!

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          Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

          Thank you very much, Sir
          Blessings always!!

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    Farah N Huqposted 2 years ago

    Congratulations! Very happy to know this, Misbah!

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       Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Misbah
       First of all...let me say...
       CONGRATULATIONS!!

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          Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

          Thank you so much, Bredz.
          Blessings to you!

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             Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

             Misbah
             I am lmao because this comment only shiwed you the first part of my comment.
             
             Unbelievable...now my words are disappearing.

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                Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

                Lol! Bredz.
                It's okay. I have read this one. It is probably happening because of the emojis you use in the comments on forums. You have to insert emojis by formatting, I believe. Only then it will stay otherwise it will disappear.
                Yes, we are 4 now.
                Many Blessings and Love to you!

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                   Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

                   I left more than emojis...
                   I'm on mobile phone too.
                   
                   No worries...
                   Have a great day.
                   
                   Bredz

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       Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you so much, Farah.
       Stay blessed!

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    Jodahposted 2 years ago

    That is great news, Misbah. It is a shame he didn't receive or respond to your previous submissions, but his reply to this submission was a welcome one.

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       Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you so much, John. You are so kind and generous, my dear friend.
       Yes, the person did not respond to my previous submissions, so I was hesitant to send it again. My emails, I believe, ended up in his spam folder. But, yeah, this was a pleasant note.
       Blessings always!

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    Moondot1822posted 2 years ago

    Congratulations Dear sister...

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       Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you, dear moon.
       Allah bless you!

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    Miebakagh57posted 2 years ago

    Congratulations to all whose submissions were accept. Blessings always.

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       Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Miebakagh
       Thank you

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          Miebakagh57posted 2 years agoin reply to this

          Brenda, you're welcome.                                      Take good care of your health.

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       Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you so much, Miebakagh
       Blessings to you too!

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          Miebakagh57posted 2 years agoin reply to this

          Mizbah, you're always welcome. Stay safe and healthy.

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    AliciaCposted 2 years ago

    Congratulations, John and Misbah!

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       Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Linda, thank you so much.
       Yesterday, I read your excellent article about Joro Spiders and found it extremely interesting and informative. I always enjoy reading your educational hubs, but it's so sad that we can't leave comments. I hope HP will soon restore the comments capsule.
       Many blessings to you!

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          AliciaCposted 2 years agoin reply to this

          Thank you very much, Misbah. I hope the ability to comment is restored soon, too.

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       Jodahposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you, Linda. i also read your article on the Joro spider and found it interesting and educational.

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          AliciaCposted 2 years agoin reply to this

          I appreciate your comment, John.

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       bhattucposted 2 years agoin reply to this

       The article on Joro spider is well presented and very informative. Thanks.

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          AliciaCposted 2 years agoin reply to this

          Thank you, Umesh.

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             Miebakagh57posted 2 years agoin reply to this

             Linda, I'm not aware of that you wrote an article on the Joro Spider that I miss on my feed.                                       Few have been saying a thing or two about it here in the forum that I like. So I visit your profile and had a read.                                     As a student of biology, I had an interesting read. One thing that baffled me is why should the females resort to cannibalizing the male species among themselves? Are the females bi-sxexual, and self-propagating I brainstorm. You provide the answer. Thank you for informing.

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    Farah N Huqposted 2 years ago

    Thank you very much, Miebakagh57.

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       Miebakagh57posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Farah, you're welcome always.

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    surovi99posted 2 years ago

    Congratulations Misbah!

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       Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you so much, Rosina.
       Stay blessed!

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    Rodric29posted 2 years ago

    I am so glad for you! I hope you keep them coming!

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       Misbah786posted 2 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you for the kind words, Rodric
       Blessings to you!

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    Brenda Arledgeposted 2 years ago

    He's still taking Submissions for this one.
    
    Anyone else wanting to try???

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