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Six super-quick tips for your cover letters

Ready to start sending your work out to literary journals? Here are a few things to note before penning your first cover letter.

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Do aim to make your cover letter as professional as possible. Study examples online. Be respectful and courteous. Don’t worry about trying to be super-creative in your letter: Your work is where your creativity will shine. A forgettable letter is preferable to an unprofessional or over-the-top one.

 

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