You've got a story to publish. How can you catch a publisher's eye? With a well-written summary!

Making one is like making a smoothie. Your main idea, the topic sentence, is the liquid base. Your story's beginning, middle, and end are like three scoops of ice cream, each with a key detail. Mix them all for a smooth blend. There you have it, a smooth(ie) summary of your story! Grab your pencil and let's get started!