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Trisha Miller on "How long do you wait to hear from an editor?"

Trisha Miller — Fri, 21 May 2010 13:26:12 +0000

I agree with Rebecca that 6 weeks is adequate time to wait, but another option is the 2-contact rule......I would send a second (follow up) contact after the initial pitch, generally 4 to 6 weeks after if you've received no response - then 3 weeks after your follow up (the second contact) feel free to pitch elsewhere if you've still heard nothing back.

Good luck!

Amandah Blackwell on "How long do you wait to hear from an editor?"

Amandah Blackwell — Thu, 20 May 2010 06:27:05 +0000

The usual wait time is about 6-weeks. I wouldn't call before that time. However, after 6-weeks has passed, you may want to pick up the phone or email the editor. It's worth a try. Remember that editors constantly receive pitches...Good luck!

DuchessOfWriting on "How long do you wait to hear from an editor?"

DuchessOfWriting — Wed, 19 May 2010 06:27:28 +0000

I'm wondering if there's a standard wait-time before you can pitch your ideas to other publications. Is it 6-weeks or less? Any thoughts. I've pitched some articles but haven't heard anything yet -- it hasn't been 6-weeks. Do you call? Oh wait, some of the publications said "no phone calls." Help!