First Refusal

Dear Christopher:
Thank you for allowing storySouth to consider your work.  We have read it
carefully, but must decline to publish.
We regret that the volume of submissions we receive and the small size of
our staff prevent us from giving a more personal response.
We wish you the best in placing your work elsewhere.
Sincerely,
Dan Albergotti
Poetry Editor, storySouth
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