Celebrity autograph collecting is a fun hobby. The return
on your time and effort can be very rewarding. When writing to a celebrity
for a request, always follow a few standard guidelines. Here are the things
to keep in mind:
Tip #1 - Find a celebrity you would like to write to and
start doing some research. You can obtain the celebrity address through
several sources:
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Join autograph e-mail groups
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Buy a current address list
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From the internet (check out Our Favorite
Links)
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Autograph Collectors
magazine
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Call or write to:
Tip #2 - Write a letter to the celebrity (check out Sample
Letter). You should first mention your admiration for the person's
work (movie, book, political work, whatever they do), and then make sure
you ASK for the autograph. Your letter should be no more than a single
page (a long letter usually won't get read). You can either type or hand-write
your letters (it does not matter). However, if you do hand-write the letter,
it should be legible.
Tip #3 - After you have your letter written, put it into
a #9 business envelope along with a Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope (SASE).
You may also want to put a 4x6 or 3x5 index card with your request (sometimes
the celebrity may not have a photograph to sign with). However, it's optional.
Tip #4 - Keep a log on who you write to and when you wrote
to them just incase you want to write to them again or advise a friend.
Tip #5 - Be patient and have FUN!
Materials you should have:
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#9 envelopes
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pens
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papers
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either 3x5 or 4x6 index cards (optional)
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