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Message no. 1
From: Rand Ratinac docwagon101@*****.com
Subject: [RA:S Project] Submissions
Date: Thu, 1 Jul 1999 17:57:11 -0700 (PDT)
Guys,

Just checked FASA's guidelines - these are the ones that specifically
apply to novels. I'm putting in comments so you know they apply to us.

==== The following policies apply to novel proposals.

Never send us an unsolicited, complete or partially complete
manuscript. The manuscript will be returned to you regardless of the
legal permission or disclaimers you provide with it.

Well, we're not doing this, so don't worry.

Novels must be based on our fictional game universe. We DO NOT accept
submissions for generic science-fiction or fantasy novels. We do not
accept FAX, e-mail, or handwritten novel proposals.

Got this MOSTLY covered. :) I'm hoping that one of you guys who are
based in America, or Jak Koke, possibly, will be the contact person to
save time (if I print it out and send it, it'll take AT LEAST a month,
likely more, before we hear anything).

FASA currently sets its novel schedule at least 2 years in advance
(that equals approximately 8 novels per line).

Okay, this might be a problem, but we might be able to work around it.
No point in worrying about it in any case, except to say HURRY UP! :)

Please Note: Novels should never involve a concept or event that
changes the way the game or the game universe works. Do not send us
novels that include events on a epic scale. Your novel should deal with
established concepts in new and exciting ways. If your novel idea has
not yet been addressed in the game universe or needs special source
material, we are far less likely to accept it because the direction of
the game universe has already been determined.

You all know I've been careful about this - nothing new (except for a
few toys), no big changes, etc. etc. I'm going to continue to watch
this carefully.

Novel proposals consist of 5 parts:

1. A brief synopsis of the story. Tell us briefly the story you wish
to write and sell us on your proposal. Tell us why your proposal is
important to the game line. Explain the need it's filling, and the
importance of filling that need. Assume that others are proposing the
same thing and tell us why your version is better. Length: 2 to 4 pages

Okay, this is one I'll have to do, but any input from you guys will be
welcome.

2. A chapter-by-chapter outline of the entire story. Give us a short
description of the events and characters as they appear in your story.
Length: 2 to 4 pages

This one is ALL of our responsibility. Synopses from everyone. Right
now I don't need too much detail, but if you don't think you'll be able
to start writing soon, then I want a DETAILED synopsis of the main
events of your stories from you to cover this.

3. Sketches of the main characters, events, places and so on. Detail
the characters and other important pieces of information you plan on
writing about (use game terms if necessary to get your ideas across).
Please indicate your source material (if any) in this section. Length:
1 to 2 pages

Same. EVERYONE has to do this. Places aren't a big thing - everything's
pretty much set in the arc. Events are, but with your synopses, I'll be
able to do that myself. Characters, though - I need EVERYONE'S main
characters. Look back at how I did mine if you're not sure how to set
this out.

4. A sample chapter. This writing sample should be a complete chapter
and be written in the style of the book. Length: 10 to 12 pages. Please
be aware that if the editor is interested in your proposal, you may
need to submit additional sample chapters.

Okay, we're going to send one or two of these. The more we have
finished when we send the submission, though, the better, as we can
choose the most impressive one/s to send.

5. A self-addressed stamped envelope large enough for us to return
your submission to you.

Well, that's something comparitively easy to take care of. :)

Anyway, now you all know what we need to do. What say we start doing
it, then? :)

*Doc' apologises for being a nag. After all, that's Kismet's job...*
==Doc'
(aka Mr. Freaky Big, Super-Dynamic Troll of Tomorrow)

.sig Sauer
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Message no. 2
From: Ayla Renee ReneeKrena@********.net
Subject: [RA:S Project] Submissions
Date: Thu, 1 Jul 1999 20:17:16 -0500
I'v got experiance dealing with publishers, editors, and have a much more
famous writer than myself living very nearby, We trade Email and have lunch
together alot, so I'd have her as a source if I needed more excperiance than
I had... I would be more than happy to be the contact person.

-----Original Message-----
From: Rand Ratinac <docwagon101@*****.com>
To: srfanfic@*********.org <srfanfic@*********.org>
Date: Thursday, July 01, 1999 8:57 PM
Subject: [RA:S Project] Submissions


>Guys,
>
>Just checked FASA's guidelines - these are the ones that specifically
>apply to novels. I'm putting in comments so you know they apply to us.
>
>====> The following policies apply to novel proposals.
>
> Never send us an unsolicited, complete or partially complete
>manuscript. The manuscript will be returned to you regardless of the
>legal permission or disclaimers you provide with it.
>
>Well, we're not doing this, so don't worry.
>
> Novels must be based on our fictional game universe. We DO NOT accept
>submissions for generic science-fiction or fantasy novels. We do not
>accept FAX, e-mail, or handwritten novel proposals.
>
>Got this MOSTLY covered. :) I'm hoping that one of you guys who are
>based in America, or Jak Koke, possibly, will be the contact person to
>save time (if I print it out and send it, it'll take AT LEAST a month,
>likely more, before we hear anything).
>
> FASA currently sets its novel schedule at least 2 years in advance
>(that equals approximately 8 novels per line).
>
>Okay, this might be a problem, but we might be able to work around it.
>No point in worrying about it in any case, except to say HURRY UP! :)
>
> Please Note: Novels should never involve a concept or event that
>changes the way the game or the game universe works. Do not send us
>novels that include events on a epic scale. Your novel should deal with
>established concepts in new and exciting ways. If your novel idea has
>not yet been addressed in the game universe or needs special source
>material, we are far less likely to accept it because the direction of
>the game universe has already been determined.
>
>You all know I've been careful about this - nothing new (except for a
>few toys), no big changes, etc. etc. I'm going to continue to watch
>this carefully.
>
> Novel proposals consist of 5 parts:
>
> 1. A brief synopsis of the story. Tell us briefly the story you wish
>to write and sell us on your proposal. Tell us why your proposal is
>important to the game line. Explain the need it's filling, and the
>importance of filling that need. Assume that others are proposing the
>same thing and tell us why your version is better. Length: 2 to 4 pages
>
>Okay, this is one I'll have to do, but any input from you guys will be
>welcome.
>
> 2. A chapter-by-chapter outline of the entire story. Give us a short
>description of the events and characters as they appear in your story.
>Length: 2 to 4 pages
>
>This one is ALL of our responsibility. Synopses from everyone. Right
>now I don't need too much detail, but if you don't think you'll be able
>to start writing soon, then I want a DETAILED synopsis of the main
>events of your stories from you to cover this.
>
> 3. Sketches of the main characters, events, places and so on. Detail
>the characters and other important pieces of information you plan on
>writing about (use game terms if necessary to get your ideas across).
>Please indicate your source material (if any) in this section. Length:
>1 to 2 pages
>
>Same. EVERYONE has to do this. Places aren't a big thing - everything's
>pretty much set in the arc. Events are, but with your synopses, I'll be
>able to do that myself. Characters, though - I need EVERYONE'S main
>characters. Look back at how I did mine if you're not sure how to set
>this out.
>
> 4. A sample chapter. This writing sample should be a complete chapter
>and be written in the style of the book. Length: 10 to 12 pages. Please
>be aware that if the editor is interested in your proposal, you may
>need to submit additional sample chapters.
>
>Okay, we're going to send one or two of these. The more we have
>finished when we send the submission, though, the better, as we can
>choose the most impressive one/s to send.
>
> 5. A self-addressed stamped envelope large enough for us to return
>your submission to you.
>
>Well, that's something comparitively easy to take care of. :)
>
>Anyway, now you all know what we need to do. What say we start doing
>it, then? :)
>
>*Doc' apologises for being a nag. After all, that's Kismet's job...*
>==>Doc'
>(aka Mr. Freaky Big, Super-Dynamic Troll of Tomorrow)
>
>.sig Sauer
>_________________________________________________________
>Do You Yahoo!?
>Get your free @*****.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
>
>
>
>
Message no. 3
From: Rand Ratinac docwagon101@*****.com
Subject: [RA:S Project] Submissions
Date: Thu, 1 Jul 1999 19:15:23 -0700 (PDT)
> I'v got experiance dealing with publishers, editors, and have a much
more famous writer than myself living very nearby, We trade Email and
have lunch together alot, so I'd have her as a source if I needed more
excperiance than I had... I would be more than happy to be the contact
person.

I'll keep that in mind. Obviously, if Jak decides to get involved, it'd
be best going through him (a guy who's already published 5 novels with
FASA? You'd better believe it :) ).

Anyway, thanks, Renee.
==Doc'
(aka Mr. Freaky Big, Super-Dynamic Troll of Tomorrow)

.sig Sauer
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Message no. 4
From: Rand Ratinac docwagon101@*****.com
Subject: [RA:S Project] Submissions
Date: Thu, 1 Jul 1999 17:57:11 -0700 (PDT)
Guys,

Just checked FASA's guidelines - these are the ones that specifically
apply to novels. I'm putting in comments so you know they apply to us.

==== The following policies apply to novel proposals.

Never send us an unsolicited, complete or partially complete
manuscript. The manuscript will be returned to you regardless of the
legal permission or disclaimers you provide with it.

Well, we're not doing this, so don't worry.

Novels must be based on our fictional game universe. We DO NOT accept
submissions for generic science-fiction or fantasy novels. We do not
accept FAX, e-mail, or handwritten novel proposals.

Got this MOSTLY covered. :) I'm hoping that one of you guys who are
based in America, or Jak Koke, possibly, will be the contact person to
save time (if I print it out and send it, it'll take AT LEAST a month,
likely more, before we hear anything).

FASA currently sets its novel schedule at least 2 years in advance
(that equals approximately 8 novels per line).

Okay, this might be a problem, but we might be able to work around it.
No point in worrying about it in any case, except to say HURRY UP! :)

Please Note: Novels should never involve a concept or event that
changes the way the game or the game universe works. Do not send us
novels that include events on a epic scale. Your novel should deal with
established concepts in new and exciting ways. If your novel idea has
not yet been addressed in the game universe or needs special source
material, we are far less likely to accept it because the direction of
the game universe has already been determined.

You all know I've been careful about this - nothing new (except for a
few toys), no big changes, etc. etc. I'm going to continue to watch
this carefully.

Novel proposals consist of 5 parts:

1. A brief synopsis of the story. Tell us briefly the story you wish
to write and sell us on your proposal. Tell us why your proposal is
important to the game line. Explain the need it's filling, and the
importance of filling that need. Assume that others are proposing the
same thing and tell us why your version is better. Length: 2 to 4 pages

Okay, this is one I'll have to do, but any input from you guys will be
welcome.

2. A chapter-by-chapter outline of the entire story. Give us a short
description of the events and characters as they appear in your story.
Length: 2 to 4 pages

This one is ALL of our responsibility. Synopses from everyone. Right
now I don't need too much detail, but if you don't think you'll be able
to start writing soon, then I want a DETAILED synopsis of the main
events of your stories from you to cover this.

3. Sketches of the main characters, events, places and so on. Detail
the characters and other important pieces of information you plan on
writing about (use game terms if necessary to get your ideas across).
Please indicate your source material (if any) in this section. Length:
1 to 2 pages

Same. EVERYONE has to do this. Places aren't a big thing - everything's
pretty much set in the arc. Events are, but with your synopses, I'll be
able to do that myself. Characters, though - I need EVERYONE'S main
characters. Look back at how I did mine if you're not sure how to set
this out.

4. A sample chapter. This writing sample should be a complete chapter
and be written in the style of the book. Length: 10 to 12 pages. Please
be aware that if the editor is interested in your proposal, you may
need to submit additional sample chapters.

Okay, we're going to send one or two of these. The more we have
finished when we send the submission, though, the better, as we can
choose the most impressive one/s to send.

5. A self-addressed stamped envelope large enough for us to return
your submission to you.

Well, that's something comparitively easy to take care of. :)

Anyway, now you all know what we need to do. What say we start doing
it, then? :)

*Doc' apologises for being a nag. After all, that's Kismet's job...*
==Doc'
(aka Mr. Freaky Big, Super-Dynamic Troll of Tomorrow)

.sig Sauer
_________________________________________________________
Do You Yahoo!?
Get your free @*****.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
Message no. 5
From: Ayla Renee ReneeKrena@********.net
Subject: [RA:S Project] Submissions
Date: Thu, 1 Jul 1999 20:17:16 -0500
I'v got experiance dealing with publishers, editors, and have a much more
famous writer than myself living very nearby, We trade Email and have lunch
together alot, so I'd have her as a source if I needed more excperiance than
I had... I would be more than happy to be the contact person.

-----Original Message-----
From: Rand Ratinac <docwagon101@*****.com>
To: srfanfic@*********.org <srfanfic@*********.org>
Date: Thursday, July 01, 1999 8:57 PM
Subject: [RA:S Project] Submissions


>Guys,
>
>Just checked FASA's guidelines - these are the ones that specifically
>apply to novels. I'm putting in comments so you know they apply to us.
>
>====> The following policies apply to novel proposals.
>
> Never send us an unsolicited, complete or partially complete
>manuscript. The manuscript will be returned to you regardless of the
>legal permission or disclaimers you provide with it.
>
>Well, we're not doing this, so don't worry.
>
> Novels must be based on our fictional game universe. We DO NOT accept
>submissions for generic science-fiction or fantasy novels. We do not
>accept FAX, e-mail, or handwritten novel proposals.
>
>Got this MOSTLY covered. :) I'm hoping that one of you guys who are
>based in America, or Jak Koke, possibly, will be the contact person to
>save time (if I print it out and send it, it'll take AT LEAST a month,
>likely more, before we hear anything).
>
> FASA currently sets its novel schedule at least 2 years in advance
>(that equals approximately 8 novels per line).
>
>Okay, this might be a problem, but we might be able to work around it.
>No point in worrying about it in any case, except to say HURRY UP! :)
>
> Please Note: Novels should never involve a concept or event that
>changes the way the game or the game universe works. Do not send us
>novels that include events on a epic scale. Your novel should deal with
>established concepts in new and exciting ways. If your novel idea has
>not yet been addressed in the game universe or needs special source
>material, we are far less likely to accept it because the direction of
>the game universe has already been determined.
>
>You all know I've been careful about this - nothing new (except for a
>few toys), no big changes, etc. etc. I'm going to continue to watch
>this carefully.
>
> Novel proposals consist of 5 parts:
>
> 1. A brief synopsis of the story. Tell us briefly the story you wish
>to write and sell us on your proposal. Tell us why your proposal is
>important to the game line. Explain the need it's filling, and the
>importance of filling that need. Assume that others are proposing the
>same thing and tell us why your version is better. Length: 2 to 4 pages
>
>Okay, this is one I'll have to do, but any input from you guys will be
>welcome.
>
> 2. A chapter-by-chapter outline of the entire story. Give us a short
>description of the events and characters as they appear in your story.
>Length: 2 to 4 pages
>
>This one is ALL of our responsibility. Synopses from everyone. Right
>now I don't need too much detail, but if you don't think you'll be able
>to start writing soon, then I want a DETAILED synopsis of the main
>events of your stories from you to cover this.
>
> 3. Sketches of the main characters, events, places and so on. Detail
>the characters and other important pieces of information you plan on
>writing about (use game terms if necessary to get your ideas across).
>Please indicate your source material (if any) in this section. Length:
>1 to 2 pages
>
>Same. EVERYONE has to do this. Places aren't a big thing - everything's
>pretty much set in the arc. Events are, but with your synopses, I'll be
>able to do that myself. Characters, though - I need EVERYONE'S main
>characters. Look back at how I did mine if you're not sure how to set
>this out.
>
> 4. A sample chapter. This writing sample should be a complete chapter
>and be written in the style of the book. Length: 10 to 12 pages. Please
>be aware that if the editor is interested in your proposal, you may
>need to submit additional sample chapters.
>
>Okay, we're going to send one or two of these. The more we have
>finished when we send the submission, though, the better, as we can
>choose the most impressive one/s to send.
>
> 5. A self-addressed stamped envelope large enough for us to return
>your submission to you.
>
>Well, that's something comparitively easy to take care of. :)
>
>Anyway, now you all know what we need to do. What say we start doing
>it, then? :)
>
>*Doc' apologises for being a nag. After all, that's Kismet's job...*
>==>Doc'
>(aka Mr. Freaky Big, Super-Dynamic Troll of Tomorrow)
>
>.sig Sauer
>_________________________________________________________
>Do You Yahoo!?
>Get your free @*****.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
>
>
>
>
Message no. 6
From: Rand Ratinac docwagon101@*****.com
Subject: [RA:S Project] Submissions
Date: Thu, 1 Jul 1999 19:15:23 -0700 (PDT)
> I'v got experiance dealing with publishers, editors, and have a much
more famous writer than myself living very nearby, We trade Email and
have lunch together alot, so I'd have her as a source if I needed more
excperiance than I had... I would be more than happy to be the contact
person.

I'll keep that in mind. Obviously, if Jak decides to get involved, it'd
be best going through him (a guy who's already published 5 novels with
FASA? You'd better believe it :) ).

Anyway, thanks, Renee.
==Doc'
(aka Mr. Freaky Big, Super-Dynamic Troll of Tomorrow)

.sig Sauer
_________________________________________________________
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Get your free @*****.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com

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