Q: Markets for Seniors
Posted by Lauren
Being retired recently and very unsure of myself about writing, there
is a story I have always wanted to write. The story is about senior
characters and a mystery that they get involved in. Is there
somewhere to send this to? When finished it's about 10,000/15,000 words.
Thank you for taking the time to to help unsure writers.
—Sharon Dear Sharon, There are lots of magazines for senior readers, both on the national and local levels, from AARP The Magazine to Fifty Something magazine. You can do a simple Google search for "magazines for senior citizens" and yield many results, or visit your local bookstore and library and ask the representatives there to point you in the right direction. You can also go to your local recreational or community centers that offer activities for seniors--they often have access to local publications for seniors, and you can pick up some sample copies of places where you might be able to send your story. One quick side note: 10,000-15,000 words is a little bit long for a short story, so it sounds to me like your story might need some revision before it's ready to go out to magazines. If you feel like you may need some help with revision and self-editing, while you're at the library or bookstore, you may want to ask about local writers groups you can join to get some help from other writers.
Good luck!
Lauren
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7/18/2007 3:16:32 PM (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-04:00) 
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