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by Cheryl Wray (Author)
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Popular with aspiring magazine writers as well as writing students, this complete guide provides tips on writing style, handling submissions, and dealing with contracts and agreements. Writing for Magazines includes practical, proven advice on everything from basic rules of grammar to the business aspects of publishing. The new edition incorporates sections on using the Internet in marketing and writing, new samples of query letters, samples of excellent articles from high-profile magazines, and more writing exercises to help students hone their skills.

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  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages; 2 edition (June 25, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0072864915
  • ISBN-13: 978-0072864915
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.3 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #376,439 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Put this book in your shopping cart right now!, July 11, 1999
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Cheryl Sloan Wray has written a very readable, highly motivating book. It's perfect for beginners who are wondering if they have what it takes to break into this field. It's also great for procrastinators (like me!) who should have "just done it" a long time ago and need someone to nudge them back to the keyboard. This book is a valuable resource for would-be/should-be magazine writers everywhere!
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5.0 out of 5 stars An easy and realistic guide for aspiring journalists., February 12, 1999
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This book was everything that I needed to help me get through the daunting task of cracking into the journalistic world. Cheryl Sloan Wray is realistic and doesn't sugar coat the facts about how hard it is to succeed, but at the same time this book helps you gain the self confidence it takes to prosper.
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7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!, January 16, 1998
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I read this book and was very happy with how easily it walked me through the sometimes frustrating process of writing magazine articles. I'd recommend it for classroom use for journalist majors.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Writing for Magazines
I thought the author of the book is very direct on how to write for magazines. In addition the book is inspiring.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Cheryl knows her stuff
I took a workshop that Cheryl taught a few weeks ago, and she really knows her stuff. I left highly motivated. Definitely pick up this book!
Published on June 30, 2003 by H. A Truett

5.0 out of 5 stars Covers everything for beginning writers
I found this book to be extremely helpful & appreciate the way the author so obviously cares about helping the reader to be successful.
Published on October 19, 2000 by Donna Hickman

1.0 out of 5 stars Great resource for starters
I found this book easy to read and understand. It patiently lays out various elements of getting published. Read more
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