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Anthology Submission Information

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My beloved poets and supporters,

It pains my heart to write this, but I am an open and honest person, and my respect for each of you will not allow me to do otherwise. First, allow me to apologize for becoming ill, and in doing so, this project was put on the shelf. I am feeling so much better and am very determined to complete the project. It’s a hard job for one person. But it will be done!

In compiling the Acrostic Poems for publication, I realized one thing --- a lot of the poems written and submitted are not up to par, as they were some of the first ones you had written, and it was all about learning how to write them, and doing so in a creative way. Therefore many of them are not publishable.

Today, after reading some of the acrostics written by you and the new acrostic writers, I must say, I am amazed at so much talent! It would not be fair to not have an Anthology that represents the best acrostics available from the participants here at Acrostic Only .… and this is why I am opening up submission again. Hopefully you all will participate and enter some of your amazing poetry to be published in our first Anthology.

Poets whose poems are chosen for inclusion in this anthology will keep the copyrights to their poems. There will be no financial restitution given for poems, nor will there be a fee for including poems in the Acrostic Only Anthology. This is a non-profit venture that is being set up to honor the poets who participant in the Acrostic Only Meme.

Submission Guidelines:
Choose your best 12 Acrostics and email them to Acrostic Only. In the subject of the Email please put the words: “Submissions for AO’s Anthology”.

In addition, poets must fill out the permission form and put in in the body of their email. Make sure you complete every line (see below). You must include a picture and a small Bio, (examples below). The Bio must include the City and Country you live in, plus your legal or pen name.

Permission Form for Publishing Poetry in Acrostic Only Anthology – Volume I:

(All information must be included, no exceptions)

Legal Name:
Pen Name:
Address:
Current EMAIL Address:
Blog’s Name:
Blog’s Address:

I, (put your Legal Name), give Acrostic Only, and its sponsor, Linda J. Malonson permission to include my acrostic poems and/or short stories in the Acrostic Only Anthology – Volume I. I understand that I will not receive any financial restitution from Acrostic Only or its sponsor, for any of the following poems/stories listed in this anthology. I also declare that the poetry included in this anthology was created by me and none of them were plagiarized. If my poem is chosen for the Anthology, I will remove it from my blog and will not publish it anywhere for two years.

The name I chose to place in the Anthology for copyright is:

Examples of Biography: 200 words maximum, do not write in the first person, and attach a Photo. For those of you who have already sent your permission and bio information, you do not have to resend it. However, we would like for you to consider submitting some of your current Acrostics, as I can see the growth in your skills. Many of the Acrostics that was initially submitted will not be chosen for inclusion in the Anthology.)

Bio Example 1:

Jane Doe is thirty-years old and a student who lives in India. She is the daughter of John and Jane Doe. She attends Whatever University, and majoring in PM & HRD and Masters in Labor Laws and Labor Welfare. She loves (what?).

Jane love for writing poetry begun late in her young life. Apart from being a student, she is a voracious reader and a social worker. Her dream is to one day become a successful entrepreneur.

Jane is the Founder and Vice President of a social service project called Help Your Self. She works for the betterment of underprivileged people. She hopes to one day help her beloved country to become a better place for children living in poverty, and to improve their condition in life.

Her hobbies are …

She has earned the love and respect of all her friends with her caring and positive attitude. She believes that "It is always good that the glass is half full, only then is there room for improvement."

Bio Example 2:

Jane lives in India. She is a mother, and a Cancer Survivor. Her love for writing stems from (what?).

Jane is self taught as a poet and writer, who is the author of several self-published books (name the books).

“(Quote yourself here),” she said.

Jane has won many prizes (add something).

Said Jane, “Quote your self here).”

Recently, Jane was honored (add more).

Jane love for writing goes beyond self. (add more). She is respected and loved by many.

[ You may combined the two Bios, as long as the Bio does not go over 200 words.]

Deadline for this information is: December 15, 2010; email it to acrosticonly@gmail.com


Publications Information:
The Anthology will be published through Lulu.com. Poets from around the world will be able to order the anthology for no more than the small printing cost, plus shipping & handling. The Anthology will also be listed at Amazon, so that family and friends may purchase a copy.

ATTENTION: Each poet will receive a copy of your submission as it will be set up in the Anthology for proofing reading, and approval.  This draft must be sent back to me on or before February 28, 2011.

Date Of Publication: Hopefully, and if everyone cooperates, April, 2011.


ANTHOLOGY BOOK COVER:

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