Saturday, January 01, 2011

Dear Military Spouse:

I am putting together several books that relate to Army spouses. You can share your stories, experience and wisdom by submitting an essay (or several) in these three categories: 
  • From Single to Military Spouse and a New Way of Life
  • Family Readiness and How You Fit In
  • Coffees, Socials and Building the Team 
The essays need to be 1000-2000 words in length. Also include a personal biography with your essays, maximum length of 90 words. The deadline for essay submission is March 15, 2011.
Don't worry about your writing style, JUST WRITE. All accepted essays will be edited with the submitters' approval before publication.

Please include any photographs you would like to be considered for publication. The photographs could include a personal head shot to accompany your biography, gift ideas, etc. You can send your submissions electronically to milspousebooks@gmail.com.

You must print out, complete and send the related release forms (original copies) to:
Karin Markert, Chaotic Mom Publications Editor (for address: milspousebooks@gmail.com) 
With this introduction letter I’m enclosing/attaching copies of (for copies of files, email: milspousebooks@gmail.com):
  • Brief Biography of Chaotic Mom
  • Ideas for Essay Submissions
  • Author Release Form and Copyright Transfer, necessary for written submissions
  • Photographer Release Form and Copyright Transfer, to be completed by any photographer of  submitted photograph files
  • Model Release Form, to be completed for each individual person in submitted photograph files
The deadline for submissions is March 15, 2011. I look forward to hearing from you soon!

Sincerely,
Karin Markert, Chaotic Mom publications editor
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