i am masters in english but i am scared of being rejected when ever i try to send any paper my writing
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I once had a column in a Filipino-American newspaper based in California, USA. I am not a writer nor was I trained to be one. I was a member of many Filipino discussion group when the publisher of the newspaper offered me a column. I didn't know I have the talent for writing nor I graduated from any communications degree. \n\nThat time, I was just a housewife and have plenty of time to engage in many discussion groups. I was hesitant at first because I never thought I can qualify or who would read my column. I was able to contribute for several months but when I started working again, I can'f find time so I have to discontinue the column. \n\nI don't think you have to have special qualification to be a columnist. You just have to choose your niche for a certain newspaper. In my case, they needed someone from the Philippines to tell other Filipinos in the US or in other parts of the globe what has been happening from their home country. \n\nMaybe you can find what your interests really are and work on this, then write the publisher. Who knows, they might like your idea. Don't be scared to be rejected. It comes to all writers who want their work published. As one movie title say, No Guts, No Glory. Its your choice. Fear rejection and rot. Face it and enjoy the glory.
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He's probably too scared that you'll reject him. Let him know how you feel and see what happens!
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Concerned maybe. It would be better to keep notes and write a novel. The publication and popularity will do wonders for your self-esteem.
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Hi Coola,\nYour best bet is to subscribe to the journals and newspapers you are interested in working with. Then, start sending "letters to the editor" to interact with the articles published.\n Over a short time, You should see whether or not they are interested in playing ball with you or not. If your eyes are not open to the subtle replies you get then, you aren't smart enough to get the job.\nTrevor
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I know how you feel. I write my own sotries too, but I have a major problem. I can never finish them. I have far too many ideas in my head and I will start on another part way through the one I'm writing now. What we need to do is stick to pattern. One can write many things at once, they just need to get their thoughts organized.\nI am very organized, I keep all my stories/ideas for stories in three ring binders in my bookcase. I can just pull out whichever one I want to work on, and put it away to work on another. For some people, it is so complicated to get our thoughts out, and then you get people like Anne Rice and J. K Rowling who spit out new books every year. \nMy advice is to keep all your ideas. File them. Brainstorm some more, and look back on some things you wrote. Find an opening and blend them together. You may not be staring at the beginning, but hey, that worked for Lucas didn't it?\n\n\nSounds like a great idea, work on it. Don't give up.
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Check in your 'Outbox' or 'Drafts' folders.\n\nGood luck!
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You're going to need to submit your work to different journals, magazines, editors.  There are many great "writer's handbooks", which you can find at Border's or a university bookstore, that lists what journals want what types of material.  \nGood luck.
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every paper i got an A on i acted like i knew exactly what i was trying to say and basically pulled a bunch of words outta my butt......Just be confident, and make sure it is organized...
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I've been rejected so many times, I think  just the shock of a yes might kill me.
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Work hard and try your best, ok? Never give up! Always ask your teacher about things you do not know.  At least you are trying to communicate, and that is a very important step.  Keep trying and your writing will get better.  Trust me, I know.  I used to hate writing, because I did not know if I was making any sense to anyone else or if I was spelling words correctly.  I started writing in a journal every day (a notebook is a good first journal) and my writing got better.  Get an "easy to use" dictionary to help you with words you don't know how to spell or are unsure of how to spell (spell check is the sissy/lazy way out!).  I became an English teacher, so it just goes to show you that "practice makes perfect"!
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they are probably afraid of rejection.
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I think you have a real problem getting along with people.  Also it may be that you do not study properly and are not a good student.  Not all people are cut out to be PHDs so why not really check yourself out and find what your talents are and then concentrate on developing them as a useful way to earn a living.  \n.....I don't want you to think I am putting you down. I am not.  University is not the answer for all.  I was one of them so found what I was good at and built my life around that.  I have done quite well for myself.
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dont put anything in writing, ever. they can use it against you later
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If you know who you are and cool with that you'll be fine, other wise going away from home is always a scary occurrence.  Good Luck & have fun.  \n\nRemember you are getting educated for yourself take it serious, but with an additude.  Most proffessors don't like to be challenged, but I learned more by doing it.  Learn to write fast many instructors grade by volume.  My girlfriend wrote the nursery rythem Mary had a little lamb in the center of one of her answers.  She graduated in the top 10% of her class.  Being a slow writer I didn't do to well.\n\nAgain Enjoy
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First, you need to learn that auther does not have an e in it. Professional is also spelled incorrectly in your subtitle. Never abbreviate in your final copy by saying pls instead of please. Most novelists that I've worked with are aware of grammatical and mechanizational english. Next, you need to write something. It takes a lot of grit to write your first book and I wish you the best of luck. Next, send off your manuscripts to LOTS of different publishing houses. Go to your local library and no matter how often you're turned down, keep trying. If it's worth it, someone will buy the rights to it. Hope that helps...
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I found the easiest way to tell someone, at least for me, was to just write a note. Writing your feelings down allows you to express exactly what you feel, but are afraid to in person. It worked quite a few times for me.
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In the past I have been asked to proof read papers people are writing for a college class.  Their grammar and spelling were so bad I just had to tell them to type it in Word and use its spelling and grammar tools to proof it.  Being obsessive compulsive, I just couldn't deal with the thought of it. \n\nI'm not perfect but the lack of grammatical skills most people possess amazes me.  What amazes me even more are the grades college students are getting turning in papers like that.  I imagine there is some point the teachers just throw up their hands and say, "f-ck it!"  \n\nApathy seems to be the root of the problem for both teachers and students; they just don't care.