Chapter 20
Ten Tips for Publishing in a Technical Journal
IN THIS CHAPTER
Finding the right journal
Showing your determination
Decoding the masthead
Writing the query letter
Understanding the lingo
Avoiding the last writes
If you have a dream, don’t just sit there. Gather courage to believe that you can succeed and leave no stone unturned to make it a reality.
—DR. ROOPLEEN, MOTIVATIONAL WRITER
At some point in your career you may have valuable information to share. The way to reach the masses is by publishing an article in a professional publication. Whether the publication appears in print, online, or in both, the potential readership is enormous.
People who publish are part of an elite group. And the more prestigious the publication, the more the value! Not all publications pay for articles or offer honoraria; the payoff is in getting published. When you publish an article, you ...
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