You've written several stories, and you want to submit all of them to a children's magazine. However, when you review the guidelines you find that the publication doesn't accept multiple submissions. That means you can only send one submission at a time. But...you're tempted. Wouldn't sending all of your stories increase your chance of an acceptance because there would be more to choose from?
The truth is, sending multiple submissions to a publication that doesn't accept them usually backfires (unless the editor is in a generous mood.) Disregarding the guidelines is something I wouldn't recommend. It's unprofessional, and it will most likely annoy an editor.
You may ask what's the big deal? Why don't some publications accept multiple submissions? For Kid’s Imagination Train, the reason is straightforward. We are a small publication with one editor and no assistant to help read the submissions. So sending multiple submissions can be overwhelming. Each submission takes time to be analyzed to see if it’s a good fit for KIT. Most every submission needs thoughtful editing. Those writers whose submissions need a revision are given detailed suggestions to help improve their work. Then those revisions are read again for possible publication in KIT.
So what can you do if you've written several stories and you want to submit to a publication doesn't accept multiple submissions? It's easy. Send your favorite piece. Be patience as you wait to hear back. In some cases, an editor may reply that your work needs some editing. Revise your manuscript and resubmit. After the editor makes a final decision, then and only then, it will be safe to submit another story.
You may ask what's the big deal? Why don't some publications accept multiple submissions? For Kid’s Imagination Train, the reason is straightforward. We are a small publication with one editor and no assistant to help read the submissions. So sending multiple submissions can be overwhelming. Each submission takes time to be analyzed to see if it’s a good fit for KIT. Most every submission needs thoughtful editing. Those writers whose submissions need a revision are given detailed suggestions to help improve their work. Then those revisions are read again for possible publication in KIT.
So what can you do if you've written several stories and you want to submit to a publication doesn't accept multiple submissions? It's easy. Send your favorite piece. Be patience as you wait to hear back. In some cases, an editor may reply that your work needs some editing. Revise your manuscript and resubmit. After the editor makes a final decision, then and only then, it will be safe to submit another story.
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