How to write a letter from the editor?

Writing a letter to the editor is a great way to share your opinion on articles, reports or editorials published in a newspaper or magazine. Whether the issues are local or national in scope, the editors are looking for timely, well thought out responses to what appears in their publications. Some newspapers literally receive thousands of letters a day. To improve your chances of getting published here are a few tips that you may find helpful.

* Make reference to the subject
  Mention the article or the editorial.
* Keep the letter focused
  Gather your thoughts and keep it on one subject. Too many points will reduce the impact
* Make it stand on its own
  It should make sense to people that have not read the original article
* Keep it original
  Publications want original submissions. So, no mass mailings. 
* Make it general and prose only
  Do not send poetry, thank you or other correspondence of a personal nature.
* Keep it short
  Most publications limit the letters to 150 to 250 words 
* Make it quick
  News goes stale very quickly. So submit your letter as quickly as possible.
* No attachments.
  Most publications do not allow attached documents (
* Mention credentials.
  If you have relevant job title, unique experience or expertise, mention it. 
*Include your full contact information
  Most newspapers and magazines, if they are to print your letter, will contact you before publication to verify information and discuss content. Without your contact information it is extremely unlikely that your letter will be printed.