What if you got points for writing and earned publication?
What a concept! What if you earned publication based on a rewards system? Why not? I earn points for pumping gas for my car, for clicking on links, even for keeping a nice balance in my checking account (though the credit union failed to tell me what the points earn and I have yet to see an extra deposit.) Why not apply the same principle to the publishing industry?
Chime in if you disagree with my point system, they’re entirely off the cuff:
10 points for every rough draft completed
50 points for each polished manuscript
10 points for each submission sent to an editor or agent
5 points for each rejection received
20 points for each request for a partial
Of course, you’ll have to enter the school of hard knocks and earn your final acceptance, but this weeds out those who aren’t serious about writing (check out http://slushpilehell.tumblr.com/ for prime examples) Through the experience, you’ll have a chance to perfect your craft. Perseverance will earn you publication.
Now, we still have to invent the software to track your transactions, but I have great faith in Google, Microsoft, Apple and other unnamed geniuses. Hey, there’s a niche that needs filling!
How many points do you think would earn a published book? 200? More? Less?
Keep safe,
Cheryl
