Windy Lynn Harris

My short stories and essays have been published over 60 times in magazines all across the country. What is my secret to success? I submit my edited pieces of creative writing to the right editors. Yes, that’s it.

 

The competition is stiff out there, and not every viable magazine or contest will choose your work above someone else’s (I have hundreds of rejection letters myself, each one a badge of honor). But if you send your work out consistently, you WILL find a match and see your work in print!

 

I have a systematic approach to publishing I call 
MARKETING MONDAY 

I begin each week searching the internet and combing through marketing books for magazine, anthology, and contest opportunities. Then I sit down at my computer, create query letters, and get those pieces out the door.

Need more than a list of markets to help you meet your writing goals? Are your stories and poems still sitting on your desk, never to have taken that first leap into the arms of an editor?


WANT TO SEE YOUR CREATIVE WRITING IN PRINT BUT DON'T KNOW WHERE TO BEGIN?

My four-week Manuscript Submission Coaching program can help you submit your work with confidence. There is no magic wand needed to get your creative writing published, only a professional attitude toward the publishing industry and endless determination. Show editors that you deserve to be taken seriously as a writer by professionally presenting them your best work. When you submit an edited piece of writing and an interesting query letter to the right editor, you open the door to success.

 
We’ll cover manuscript formatting, writing query letters, submission tracking, contract negotiation, and much more. During your four weeks in my
Manuscript Submission Coaching program I’ll show you how to hunt down viable markets for each and every piece of creative writing on your desk and teach you how to find markets for your future work as well. You will create winning query letters, understand what rights you are selling, and send your work to editors with pride.

MANUSCRIPT SUBMISSION COACHING NOW AVAILABLE

Freelance writer Windy Lynn Harris will teach you:

                      
             *Where to find thousands of markets for your work

             *How to find the right editor for each piece of your writing
             
*How to format your manuscript for submission

             *How to write winning query letters

 

“Windy -- You are such a great coach and cheerleader! You have taught me how to find markets for my writing -- I couldn't do it without you -- your enthusiasm, knowledge and support are fantastic!” – Jennifer Fabiano, published freelance writer and author of Savor the Love.

Select up to four of your completed pieces (essays, poems, or short stories). You will learn how to format each piece, write a customized query letter, find viable markets, and submit your work.

“Dear Windy, I so appreciate your encouragement and helpful suggestions and support as I pursue my writing goals. Your enthusiasm and positive attitude build upon strengths and nudge toward success in areas that need extra consideration. You are a caring professional with great integrity and creative talents. Our work together is a gift that keeps on giving and look forward to additional contacts in the future. Every best wish, Trish” – Dr. Trish Dolasinski, published freelance writer and professional editor.

 Weekly lessons also cover:

                *How to find hidden "Writer's Guidelines"

                *Using a pen name

                *Email vs. Snail Mail Submissions

                *Copyright and Rights You Sell (First, Serial, World, etc.)

                *Submission Tracking
                *Contract negotiation 

 

“Working with Windy made all the difference in my ability to be focused and organized with the business aspect of freelancing. Her knowledge of available markets and query strategies are terrific. I would recommend her to anyone looking to become a serious writer.” – Susan Pohlman, author of Halfway to Each Other.

Get the information and the confidence you need to submit your work today!

4-Week Coaching Session - $100

 

     For registration and scheduling information, email Windy.

“Windy, God has blessed you with two superlative halves of your brain. I have enjoyed the products of the creative half since we met. However I am especially grateful for that logical get-your-work-out-there business half that has been such a consistent help in the marketing side of writing. As your friend, your writing peer, and your client, I give a most enthusiastic 'thumbs up" to your market coaching venture.” – Maryann McCullough, published freelance writer.

 

Windy is also available to bring her "MANUSCRIPT SUBMISSION COACHING" seminar to your next writer's event. She has been the guest speaker at these organizations, among others:

The Professional Writers of Prescott
Arizona Authors Association, Chandler branch
Arizona Authors Association, Glendale branch
Phoenix Writers' Club
Wise Women Write

Please email for available dates.
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