Everyone has a Story to Tell - What's Yours?
A forthcoming HOPA book of letters gives oncology pharmacists from around the world the space to write about how they determined you had found their home in hematology and oncology.
Call for Initial Stories is Now Closed
Our call for initial story ideas is now closed! Thank you, HOPA and ISOPP members, for your thoughtful submissions!
- Author selections and notifications have been made
- The book will be ready for release by HOPA 2026 in New Orleans!
Please contact us at communications@hoparx.org with questions
Phase 2: Author Selection and Letter Writing
Phase 2 is submission of your full letter about your experiences in - and calling to - oncology pharmacy.
- The maximum word count is 1800 words
- Deadline for the first draft of letters: September 22, 2025
- Subsequent deadlines will be based on editorial feedback, copyediting, and proofing
- Remember to keep it professional, practical, and encouraging
- Check out our writing prompts below if you get stuck!
Please contact us at communications@hoparx.org with questions
Phase 1: Collection of Story Ideas (NOW CLOSED)
Submit a biography and a 300-word (maximum) brief outlining your letter plan at the link below.
- Biography: Should be < 100 words and concisely describe relevant history and current practice.
- Letter Brief: The intent is to help editors categorize the letters, ensure the theme meets with the publication purpose and select letters to move forward.
- Deadline for the letter brief and biography: August 1, 2025
Selected authors will be notified the week of August 18, 2025.
Writing Prompts: Who, What, When, Where, and Why
- What single moment led you to oncology pharmacy? How do you continue to live that moment in your practice today?
- How did you know you were in the right place (your career choice, care setting, etc.)?
- How would you describe your career development and growth? Has it been traditional, atypical, or something else?
- What advice would you give someone who is considering a career move?
- What is one meaningful interaction or clinical intervention that has significantly impacted your career? Who were the people involved?
- What are some meaningful ways you have used your experiences to contribute to advocacy - for patients, as well as for oncology pharmacy?
- What advice do you have for staying true to your personal and professional values?