How to write a letter to the editor of a newspaper
We do not always like what we read in magazines and newspapers. In other occasions, we love the article and we want to add our bit. If you have something to say, say it! Here are some easy steps to help you write to an editor of a publication .
You will need to:- Fax
- Printers
- Subscriptions to magazines
- subscription to a newspaper
- post stamps
- Envelopes
- leaves ed notebook
- Feathers
- Computers
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Choose a topic that you are passionate about. Link it to a topic recently discussed in the publication to which you are writing.
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Think of new ways to deal with the issue and present unique solutions to the problem.
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Write clearly and concisely following the limitations usually given on the editorial page or letters to the editor.
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It includes the main points within the first paragraphs.
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Write a letter of at least 400 characters, with a simple but elegant format.
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Use your spell checker and then correct again.
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Sign your name and include your phone number and address if necessary.
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Send the letter to the director by mail, fax or e-mail your letter to the address indicated for the publication.
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Keep in mind that most publications verify by phone or in writing that you, and not someone who attributes your ideas to you, are the author of the letter.
Tips- If you do not want your name to be published, highlight this outside the body of the letter, either before the letter, at the end of it, or in both places.
- publications rarely edit and, instead, select well-written and grammatically correct letters. facilitates the publication of your letter.
- If the letter is going to be reduced, it will usually be in the final paragraphs, so do not keep what is important for the end.
