Re: the complete works

Tim O'Connor (oconnort@nyu.edu)
Thu, 19 Aug 1999 21:31:34 -0400

On Thu, Aug 19, 1999 at 02:27:49PM -0700, John Smith wrote:

> I've heard that too, but if I address the letter to an
> editor and it's marked from Harold Ober and
> Associates, I might be able to catch someone's eye.  I
> really don't know, but it must be worth a try.  I
> don't even care if I'm paid for it, the letter is a
> result of my opinions and I'd like people to read it.

Go for an opportunity, but don't forge your envelope or letter to look
like it came from Ober.  They don't have quite the clout they once did,
and a fakery would NOT endear you to an editor, even if you sent a
brilliant piece.

Try being straightforward and write a riveting cover letter.  You'll
find that it works wonders in comparison to tomfoolery!

--tim o'connor