jazzed by that rejection. In fact it just happened to me (my agent just resigned so I’m on the hunt AGAIN) and it has completely motivated and inspired me as I work on my next project. It’s hard when you don’t have “a next project” even started, but the fact that she loves your writing and took time to ask for more is AWESOME 🤩
Thanks Amy! I appreciate your perspective as a seasoned writer and someone who knows this process well. I'm trying to hold on to the positive and need to keep sending queries out into the world...
I didn't know you were searching for an agent. Good luck! I'm sure it is tough even in your position to find the right fit, but an agent would be lucky to have you and your stories. Pulling for you!
I am so accustomed to being ghosted, I print any email with a response. (I have 2 since 2023 for two personal essays I’ve submitted that never found a home.)
Since you desire feedback, here you go.
Your title & subtitle was relatable and intriguing. I knew I wanted to read this post. However, the image of the 6-year-old with a mermaid cake—that’s excitement. Your choice of image and succinct message made me want to read it now. (The first Substack I read this morning.)
The mermaid cake is spectacular AND - I would be
jazzed by that rejection. In fact it just happened to me (my agent just resigned so I’m on the hunt AGAIN) and it has completely motivated and inspired me as I work on my next project. It’s hard when you don’t have “a next project” even started, but the fact that she loves your writing and took time to ask for more is AWESOME 🤩
Thanks Amy! I appreciate your perspective as a seasoned writer and someone who knows this process well. I'm trying to hold on to the positive and need to keep sending queries out into the world...
I didn't know you were searching for an agent. Good luck! I'm sure it is tough even in your position to find the right fit, but an agent would be lucky to have you and your stories. Pulling for you!
Thank you, Paige - what a business!
I am so accustomed to being ghosted, I print any email with a response. (I have 2 since 2023 for two personal essays I’ve submitted that never found a home.)
Since you desire feedback, here you go.
Your title & subtitle was relatable and intriguing. I knew I wanted to read this post. However, the image of the 6-year-old with a mermaid cake—that’s excitement. Your choice of image and succinct message made me want to read it now. (The first Substack I read this morning.)
The ghosting is the worst, isn't it? I've heard that has increased in the past few years and is now pretty standard.
Thank you for the feedback on my post! I'm so glad it was the first thing you read this morning. :)