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Brandi-Ann Uyemura

Local Hawaii author & writer who cares about climate, culture, kids and health.

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    Received Yet Another Rejection Letter? Don’t Close the Door Just Yet

    January 11, 2010 - By Brandi

    Last year I sent out a flurry of queries and a couple completed manuscripts. I worked like crazy to reach that impossible, unattainable dream-to get published in a well-known magazine. And here’s what happened: No, I didn’t get into Glamour or O magazines. A prayer wasn’t answered. A miracle was yet to be seen. Instead, last year’s queries were answered by this year’s, “I’m sorry your idea doesn’t fit with the current needs of the magazine.” After listening to my heart shatter for a few minutes, I put myself back together like Humpty Dumpty. I realized that one rejecting letter,…

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Hi. I love connecting with other writers for critique partners, support, and networking. I would love a way to combine my passion for art and writing, with helping the environment. If you’re looking for a writer partner or have an idea on how we can work together, email me here.

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