Have your favorite writing-related newsletters and magazines changed over time? Are you less inclined to read them from cover to cover? What has happened? You used to study every article, read every case history and profile, view every recommended link. And now you either simply scan them or delete them without reading. Why?
I can answer for myself. My reasons involve change. In some cases, my needs and educational/research requirements have changed and in others, the publication has changed.
This morning, I deleted the current issue of my once-upon-a-time very most all-time favorite e-newsletter. I just can’t bring myself to pour through the numerous advertisements and personal gripes and spitefulness in search of the few useful bits of info and articles that might appear.
Other newsletters I subscribe to and once enjoyed carry way too much personal promotion now.
Some have changed their focus and style to something unrecognizable. And others have become erratic in their delivery.
I’m sure that you have been affected by changes in your preferred writing/publishing-related newsletters and magazines, as well. In some cases, it is you who has changed. You are no longer writing fiction; you have decided to produce a book and are more interested in publications related to publishing than writing; you are actively seeking outlets for your short stories or articles.
And all of this is okay. We need what we need and we should spend our precious time with the material that will help us to move forward and to succeed in our chosen area of expertise or interest. But be sure that you do seek out the information that will help you on your journey.
Whatever your current project or interest, there are writing/publishing magazines and newsletters out there designed to help. If you need assistance locating those related to your needs, let me know: PLFry620@yahoo.com