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Submitting Short Fiction: From Polished Manuscript to Publication

JESSICA BERG

Submitting Short Fiction: From Polished Manuscript to Publication

JESSICA BERG

$229.99

05/08/2025 - 06/05/2025

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Ready, Set, Submit: The Short Story Submission Lab

You’ve written a short story and have maybe even revised it a dozen times. So... now what?

If navigating the world of submissions feels like a maze of cryptic rules and rejection slips, you’re not alone. This four-week course is your step-by-step guide to getting your short fiction out into the world.

Whether you’re submitting for the first time or hoping to boost your acceptance rate, Submitting Short Fiction walks you through the entire process, from final manuscript polish to crafting a professional submission package—including that tricky author bio—and hitting send.

You’ll learn how to identify the right markets for your voice, format your work to industry standards, write a cover letter that gets attention (without making you cringe), and handle rejection—or acceptance—with clarity and strategy. 

By the end of the course, you won’t just have a polished story. You’ll walk away with a full submission package, a personalized action plan, and the confidence to share your work with the literary world.

$229.99

05/08/2025 - 06/05/2025

Enroll Now

Ready, Set, Submit: The Short Story Submission Lab

You’ve written a short story and have maybe even revised it a dozen times. So... now what?

If navigating the world of submissions feels like a maze of cryptic rules and rejection slips, you’re not alone. This four-week course is your step-by-step guide to getting your short fiction out into the world.

Whether you’re submitting for the first time or hoping to boost your acceptance rate, Submitting Short Fiction walks you through the entire process, from final manuscript polish to crafting a professional submission package—including that tricky author bio—and hitting send.

You’ll learn how to identify the right markets for your voice, format your work to industry standards, write a cover letter that gets attention (without making you cringe), and handle rejection—or acceptance—with clarity and strategy. 

By the end of the course, you won’t just have a polished story. You’ll walk away with a full submission package, a personalized action plan, and the confidence to share your work with the literary world.

Course outline

Course outline

  • Asynchronous Lessons: Access weekly lessons and assignments at your own pace
  • Live Office Hours: Join weekly Q&A sessions—or send questions in advance and catch the recap
  • Personalized Feedback: Receive direct feedback on your cover letter, bio, and submission plan

  • This practical, results-driven course is designed to help you stop second guessing and start submitting.

Meet the instructor

Jessica Berg

Jessica Berg is the founder of Rosecliff Literary, where she represents bold, genre-defying fiction and nonfiction that uncovers hidden histories and uplifts marginalized voices. A multi-nominated writer, MFA graduate, and seasoned submissions coach, Jessica brings deep industry insight and a no-fluff approach to the art of getting published. She’s represented by Amy Collins of Talcott Notch Literary and knows the world of short fiction from both sides of the editor’s desk.

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