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Q&A Should I list upcoming publications in a short story cover letter?

It's absolutely fine, and quite correct! It gives the editor very helpful information -- namely, that two different venues have decided to publish your work (and, which, which can sometimes be a h...

posted 6y ago by Standback‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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#2: Initial revision by (deleted user) · 2019-12-08T09:20:24Z (almost 5 years ago)
It's absolutely fine, and quite correct!

It gives the editor very helpful information -- namely, that two different venues have decided to publish your work (and, _which_, which can sometimes be a helpful indication of strengths and style).

If you know when your story is slated to see print, that's worth mentioning -- easier to confirm and check up on -- but it's not a problem if you don't have that.

At this stage of your experience, listing accomplishments is **precisely** what a cover letter is for. And having sold two stories, not just one, is absolutely an accomplishment -- so kudos, carry on, and all the best!

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