Having already had a few short stories, poems and letters printed in magazines and monthly publications, it was a joy to receive notification of my inclusion in an anthology of fantasy tales.
I had submitted the story as one of my coursework modules where I had been advised to write something completely different and out of my usual comfort zone style. I opted to write a story about aliens. Having watched many science fiction films and being a recently-converted Doctor Who fan, how difficult could it be?
I struggled to think of ideas, even though with an alien story you are given free reign to use as much imagination as necessary. After all, unless we are really honored, nobody is going to be able to prove otherwise.
My tutor was pleased with the story, a 4000-word tale about other-worldly beings, and suggested I submit it for publication. As always, with coursework, I duly submitted the story and moved onto the next module.
A few weeks passed, and I received an email to let me know the publisher planned to include my piece in their next anthology. Payment details were exchanged and a few short weeks later, my copy of the publication was sent to me.
The book is a small anthology and not too costly, but I am pleased with it as a first actual book inclusion. I am not belittling my magazine and online successes but this was the next small step for me. Maybe it would be a good stocking filler with Christmas around the corner.
If you want to purchase a copy the details are below. I do not know the other contributors personally but the stories are all entertaining and diverse enough to hold the attention.
If you are not able, or do not wish to purchase the book, but are able to share my post on social media platforms, I would be equally grateful for the help. Thank you for reading my post and if you are able to share or buy the book then I thank you for that too. Every little bit of support is so very much appreciated.
Writing and Rhythm 
Congratulations, having your story published is such an achievement! I hope you’ll get to publish more
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Thank you. I am so excited. Imagine if someone accepted my novel for publication! 🙂 x
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Congratulations! It must be a wonderful feeling, no matter how many other times you’ve been published before!
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It is so exciting. I don;t know how I will cope if they print my novel one day! 🙂 x
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I’ve aspired to be an author for ages. You’re an inspiration. Thanks & congrats I. Your accomplishments.
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This is such a great achivement well done! Killing it youre incredible!
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Congratulations, you really got the talent of writing as it was published. Its a great achievement. 🙂 🙂
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Thank you so much for yoir kind words.
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First of all, I would like to congratulate you are such a very talented person and I am sure that your writing has a great story that is why the publisher choose it to be published. Hard work pays off, job well done!
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Thank you so much you are very kind. X
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You can sense you are full of positivity and that reflects on your work. Congrats on the publication
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Ah thankyou xx
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Congratulations on your publishing success and I hope you have many more… I love reading and watching sci-fi so this is right up my alley!
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Thank you very much. X
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Congratulations! You must be over the moon! I hope that you’ll continue!
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I will…just need to find the time. Thank you. X
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Thank you so much and good luck with your own journey xx
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Oh my, congratulations are in order! Every author wants to see their work published. You have done it. Keep writing! 😀
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Thank you so much!
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First of all, I would like to congratulate for that great achievement and it means that you really made a great job. Keep it up!
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Thank you so much!
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Congratulations! I hope my blog can be also published in print!
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Thank you and I hope you can get some work published too x
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Cangratulation! I wish you a lot of success. Ben
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Thank you very much x
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