Samsara started back in 1993, originally as a non-fiction journal providing reviews of other publications.
How have you seen the publishing industry change and how are you responding to it?
There is a much greater emphasis on digital media. While I intend to remain a traditional/print publication, I have tried to convert more of the back issues of the magazine into .pdf format for free viewing on the Web site.
What are your opinions on self-publishing, online or in print?
In addition to being an editor, I’m also a writer, and all of my books were self-published. I’m a big proponent of self-publishing as a channel for lesser-known voices becoming widely available to the public.
What benefits does a small press/journal offer writers?
In my mind, the small press offers a forum where writers can develop their craft before approaching professional markets.
What mistakes should writers avoid when submitting to your Samsara?
Avoid cliches – too many of the submitted stories reuse tired concepts and plot lines.
Other than what’s listed in your submission guidelines, what are you looking for in a submission?
Honesty and strong imagery.
What events/publications do you have coming up that we should look out for?
In addition to the Summer issue, we’ll be starting a writer’s “spotlight” on the Web site that provides some background information on a featured writer in the issue.
R. David Fulcher
More information about Samsara Magazine can be found on their website.
Essays dedicated to the new media, doing business on the web, digital content, its creation and distribution, e-publishing, e-books, digital reference, DRM technology, and other related issues.
Essays dedicated to the new media, doing business on the web, digital content, its creation and distribution, e-publishing, e-books, digital reference, DRM technology, and other related issues.
With the new and exciting world of Kindles and Print-on-Demand (POD), Independent Publishing is becoming an enticing choice and a viable alternative to traditional publishing.
