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| TRUE LOVE 233 Park Ave. S. New York, NY 10003 (212)979-4800 fax: (212)979-7342 |
| True Love is a women's magazine
written by the readers. Each month, we print between ten
and twelve stories, several poems, and features such as
"How I Know I'm Love" and "Here Comes The
Bride." The best way to learn our editorial style is
to read the magazine itself and study the range of
possibilities. We look for true stories that involve real people and real emotions. Our subject matter ranges from light romance to inspirational to current social concerns. Some aspect of love and romance will usually figure in, but it need not be the primary focus of the story. Characters will often face a conflict or solve a problem in their lives that can inspire True Love readers. All stories should be written in the first person, typed, and double-spaced. Stories can range from 2,000 to 10,000 words. Holiday submissions should be sent six months ahead of time. Our current rate of pay is three cents a word, and payment is made on the last Friday of the month the story is published. No byline is offered. We buy ALL RIGHTS to every story, poem, and feature, including those with pictures. A self-addressed envelope with sufficient postage must be included for manuscripts to be returned. Due to the amount of stories we receive, it may take up to nine months for us to respond. But don't let that discourage you – we are always on the lookout for a good story! Don't forget to include a phone number where you can be reached, in case we have any questions, As for poetry, we accept love poems of up to twenty-four lines. The current rate is $2.00 per line. For information about any of our columns, please consult a current issue. Thank you for your interest in True Love, Please don't hesitate to call us if you have any more questions. Good luck, and we hope to be reading your True Love story soon! The Editors |
| TRUE ROMANCE 233 Park Ave. S. New York, NY 10003 (212)979-4800 fax: (212)979-7342 |
| True Romance features first-person
narratives written for average, high school educated
women. She is juggling family and work responsibilities,
but family comes first. After a long day, she wants to
read compelling, realistic stories about other women and
how they have overcome obstacles. Stories must be set in
towns, cities, and neighborhoods where hardworking
Americans live. Emotionally charged stories with a strong emphasis on characterization and well-defined plots are preferred. Our suspenseful stories deal with romance, families, marital problems, tragedy, peril, mystery, and Americana. The plots and characters should reflect the average American’s value and desires. Do not send query letters. Send completed manuscripts. Seasonal materials should be sent six months in advance. Mark the outside of the envelope: Seasonal Material. We do not accept multiple submissions. We buy all rights of our published materials. Manuscripts should be double-spaced. Typewritten and letter-quality inkjet or laser printer manuscripts are acceptable. A dot-matrix printer manuscript is only acceptable if it is letter-quality. If you want your manuscript returned, you must send a self-addressed stamped envelope. Unfortunately, the editorial staff cannot critique each manuscript. Tips: Writers should read three or four issues of True Romance before sending submissions. Do not talk down to our readers. Timely, first-person stories told by a sympathetic narrator are appreciated. Dramatic stories and stories featuring ethnic characters are always needed, but stay away from stereotypical plots and characteristics. Greatest Needs: Stories 3,000 to 8,000 words. Terms: We receive a vast number of submissions, and each one is given careful consideration; therefore, we ask for your patience in receiving replies. True Romance reports back to writers in eight to twelve months. The editor reads all stories. We pay three cents per word a month after publication. We repeat, do not send multiple submissions. Columns: "That’s My Child" pays $50 for photo and up to 50 words about your child. Only the parents of the child may submit his or her picture. "Loving Pets" pays $50 for photo and up to 50 words about your pets. Photos must be in focus and no other people should be in the picture. "Cupid’s Corner" pays $100 for photo and up to 500 words about you and your spouse. "That Precious Moment" pays $50 for 1,000 words about a unique personal experience. Poetry: Look at poetry published in three or four issues before submitting. Poetry should be no longer than twenty-four lines. Payment is $10 to $30. Good luck with your writing, The Editors |
