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Writing Excuses Season 2 Episode 25: The Seven Deadly Sins of Slush Stories

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Common Submission Mistakes and the Seven Deadly Sins

This chapter delves into the pitfalls of cliches such as Klingons and Star Trek references in story submissions, while stressing the significance of clarity and active voice. It also explores the 'seven deadly sins' of submissions, shedding light on editors' personal pet peeves and individual preferences that impact submissions.

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