Hobbies And Interests
Things You'll Need
Instructions
Make a quick list of 10 people you would like to meet. Select from that your favorite celebrity or hero. It doesn't matter if that person is known for sports, television, movies, books, the arts or politics, they probably are familiar with this drill. Once you identify the person you want to write to, you need to find out where they are.
Using Google or another search engine, try just typing that person's name and adding the term "fan mail." Sometimes, it's that easy. Other times, you might have to look around a bit on the Internet. If all else fails, authors can be found through publishers, athletes through sports teams, actors through film companies and the like. So if you can't find an address specific for that person's fan mail, try to get one that you think mail sent there will be forwarded.
Write the letter. Don't be shy about it. Be respectful, but tell the person what you really think. This could be cathartic for you and one more pleasant ego stroke for the person. Go ahead and ask questions or give constructive feedback. Best case, you could start a dialogue or even a friendship. While a form letter might yield similar results, the process of writing this piece will be immeasurably good for you as a chance to reflect on the traits you admire in your hero. That said, don't go over a page or two.
Don't forget to ask for the photo. Describe what it would mean to you to have it. Where you would display it, and why. State your hopes. And be specific to the point of saying: An 8X10 color photo personally signed to me, (state your name again here), your biggest fan.
Make sure to sign the letter. That's an important touch.
Include a self-addressed and stamped envelope, of the right size, with a cardboard backing sheet. That indicates you seriously will prize this signed photo.