Editor Interview: HEART Go to the listing List all editor interviews Edit answers (editors only) Describe what you publish in 25 characters or less.Reflective prose poetryConnie Lakey Martin, Editor & Publisher on 15 December 2025What other current publications (or publishers) do you admire most?Poets & Writers, Guideposts magazine, Writers Digest, Readers Digest.Connie Lakey Martin, Editor & Publisher on 15 December 2025If you publish writing, who are your favorite writers? If you publish art, who are your favorite artists?I admire unknown writers who bravely share their true personal experiences.Connie Lakey Martin, Publisher - Editor on 15 December 2025What sets your publication apart from others that publish similar material?Continuity of established press since 1986. My commitment to earnestly communicate with writers, pointing out what I believe works and does not work with their writing. My goal is to present the public with an admirable, reflective and enjoyable literary journal.Connie Lakey Martin, Publisher - Editor on 15 December 2025What is the best advice you can give people who are considering submitting work to your publication?As editor, I care more about the poem than the poet's list of publication credits. I enjoy working with writers struggling to find their style.Connie Lakey Martin, Editor & Publisher on 21 January 2017Describe the ideal submission.A modern prose poem packed tightly with images and thoughts for the moment. Lean of excess words, less is more.Connie Lakey Martin, Editor & Publisher on 21 January 2017What do submitters most often get wrong about your submissions process?Not investing time to review copy of publication for type and style preferred. Digital copies available on site and inexpensive.Connie Lakey Martin, Editor & Publisher on 21 July 2021How much do you want to know about the person submitting to you?Cover letters and previous publication credits are not necessary. Just good poetry.Connie Lakey Martin, Editor & Publisher on 21 January 2017If you publish writing, how much of a piece do you read before making the decision to reject it?I can tell when a writer has not invested time to review publication.Connie Lakey Martin, Publisher - Editor on 21 July 2021What additional evaluations, if any, does a piece go through before it is accepted?If a poem has potential, I may work with writer to make acceptable to us both.Connie Lakey Martin, Publisher - Editor on 21 July 2021What is a day in the life of an editor like for you?Email submissions come sporadically. A log is kept and poems read soon as possible. Working with writers is an enjoyable process, accepting and connecting a good poem to attentive readers is rewarding.Connie Lakey Martin, Publisher - Editor on 21 July 2021How much do you edit an accepted piece prior to publication?If a poem moves me toward acceptance but I feel editing necessary, I don't mind suggesting changes. The writer always has option to refuse. Poems are sent to poet for proofing prior to publication.Connie Lakey Martin, Editor & Publisher on 21 January 2017 Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only