UPDATE

     When I first started writing for children, I had no idea of the complexity of getting published.  I started writing because I had ideas in my head.  I saw books in the children's library that I could not understand how they got there.  My stories are fresh, funny, and more often than not, full of dialogue and action.

     I have a treasure trove of such stories, but, whenever I send them to children's publications, whether it be magazine, publisher, or agent, I get the same old response; It is not suitable to our needs at this time...goodluck finding a home for your work.

     Hmmm...When talking to editors of the magazines that have accepted my work, they say that not every editor has the same taste in stories, poetry, or what- have- you.  It doesn't matter how good or fresh the story.  It doesn't matter how much or little dialogue, or action.  The story must cry out to that particular editor in such a way that they want to read it over and over again.  It must stay with the editor and come to mind without provication.

     So, do I give up?  I think not!  I believe in my work and I have faith that eventually someone other than my current editors will feel that way also.

     For those of you in the same rocky boat as I am, take heart, not all good books or stories get published right away.  One day the rainbow's end will be in sight if we just reach for the sky.