The awesome co-hosts for the February 6 posting of the IWSG are Raimey Gallant, Natalie Aguirre, CV Grehan, and Michelle Wallace!
February 6 optional question - Besides writing what other creative outlets do you have?
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It's February and the temps in NY this week are bouncing all over the thermometer! This morning it's below freezing, but yesterday afternoon we had a high of 60-somthing and I had the windows open in the car!
It's February and the temps in NY this week are bouncing all over the thermometer! This morning it's below freezing, but yesterday afternoon we had a high of 60-somthing and I had the windows open in the car!
Mother Nature is keeping us on our toes.
I have nothing good to report on the writing front. On my latest story I've had 16 rejections, 2 no-responses, and 1 recent submission that's waiting a reply. That list is a mix of agents and publishers.
The rejections are all similar....thank you for the opportunity to read your work, it doesn't fit with what we're doing at the present, this is just one person's opinion, have a great day.
If I had the money to self-publish, I would consider it, but after you get so many rejections you have to start wondering if it's what you're sending out that sucks and not just the responses.
So...on that depressing note...I'm going to share a few funny pics, and some other IWSG info, and keep moving forward!
I have nothing good to report on the writing front. On my latest story I've had 16 rejections, 2 no-responses, and 1 recent submission that's waiting a reply. That list is a mix of agents and publishers.
The rejections are all similar....thank you for the opportunity to read your work, it doesn't fit with what we're doing at the present, this is just one person's opinion, have a great day.
If I had the money to self-publish, I would consider it, but after you get so many rejections you have to start wondering if it's what you're sending out that sucks and not just the responses.
So...on that depressing note...I'm going to share a few funny pics, and some other IWSG info, and keep moving forward!
Thanks for listening.
The WEP 2019 February Challenge - 28 Days
What to do with 28 Days?
What does 28 Days bring to mind?
You can sign up now at the WEP site.
Post your entry on or around February 20.
The IWSG Book Club on Goodreads is changing things up!
- 5 discussion questions instead of 10
- Discussion Day poll for quick and easy participation.
- Members can help us create Goodreads quizzes for the books we read.
- Giveaways exclusive to our members every Discussion Day.
- Freebies members can download when we announce our next reading selection.
- Writing and reading related polls for fun and insight.
We will still read a new book every other month, alternating between craft books and fictional books that demonstrate an aspect of writing, and our members will continue to vote on our fictional books. Our February/March 2019 book is…Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier. This book was voted on by our members to be a good example of setting. Discussion Day will be March 20th.
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I've read your work. It's not you. Just the timing. Don't give up!
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I agree with Alex. That story will find its home yet!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Nick. I hope so.
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I love your fortitude to keep forging ahead. I also agree with Alex. It will happen. <3
ReplyDeleteThank you. I appreciate that.
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I feel your pain. I've decided to take a break from querying because the rejection was killing my creative drive and I couldn't move forward with my new novel.
ReplyDeleteSo much this. I haven't written in forever.
DeleteBest wishes to you!
HMG
Well, at least I know my rejections are in line with what other publishers and agents say. LOL
ReplyDeleteThe business really is subjective, Heather. Keep trying.
I know, you're right. It just stings with so many in a row.
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HMG
Knowing that rejection is part of this business doesn't make receiving them any easier. With every 'no' you're a step closer to the 'yes.'
ReplyDeleteThat would be great. I really hope so.
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HMG
You certainly haven't gone into a field of warm-welcoming embraces. I know that for sure. A lot of writing success is determination with a large dose of good timing. Don't stop.
ReplyDeleteI'm giving it my best. I won't stop yet.
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HMG
I garden, bake and take photos – they're all kind of creative?
ReplyDeleteVery creative! Good for you!
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It's not you. Remember all the best sellers out there and the list of rejections they got before finally getting that yes.
ReplyDeleteIt's true. It's just tough to swallow.
DeleteThank you, Patricia!
Heather
I know how you feel. I don't have money to self-publish, and I keep getting rejections for the first in a series I hope to get an agent/publisher for. Those rejections are one of the things, the main thing, that can activate my depression, but I keep on going.
ReplyDeleteYes, we must keep going. Good luck to you and me!
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Well, your work doesn't suck. I'm sorry about the onslaught of rejections. It's a hard road to travel. Hang in there—because your work really doesn't suck!
ReplyDeleteThat body count pic makes me laugh every time I see it. As does the Jack Sparrow response. It really is the way we should all deal with bad reviews.
Thanks, M.J.! I needed that!
DeleteThey make me laugh, too!
Heather
Heather - I outgrew that "rejection dejection" after the first three rejections. As a retirement project I have self-published 20 books so far. They are not literature, just the stories I wanted to tell and see in print. Using Create Space, and now KDP, I have never spent more that $40 for the five finished paperbacks I want for the family. Anything Amazon sells from my Author's Page is gravy to me.
ReplyDeleteGreat job on all your success. I know it can be pricey to get an editor and I need one. :)
DeleteBest of luck in all you do!
Heather
Oh, hasn't the weather been completely wacky this week? I'd like more 60-something days, please.
ReplyDeleteNow its raining and cold! We must have had all the weather by now!
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I love the funny pics! I'm sorry about the rejections. You are so right #keepmovingforward
ReplyDeleteThe weather is all over here in Philadelphia too. Not looking forward to the return of serious cold next week.
Thank you!
DeleteYes, I've heard the bad weather is returning as well.
HMG
Those are great pics! I especially love the Jack Sparrow one. :D
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about the rejections, but I read an article recently (wish I could find the link) whose author made rejections the goal. 100 rejections by the end of the year. It made the process almost enjoyable. Not sure it would work for you, but still, I thought I'd share.
Good luck!
I know exactly how you feel. Don't give up! Thank you for sharing.
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Rejection is tough. One thing to remember. It's not you they are rejecting, it's your work. Imagine an actor. That rejection is personal. They are rejecting the person. Yikes! Have your pity party (we all need that time) then back to work. Stay warm and good luck.
ReplyDeleteI have asked myself that same question several times. So, I keep studying the craft, just in case. I mean, giving up isn't an option, but I am willing to learn.
ReplyDeleteThose are some funny funnies. Love it!!
Hey, don't let that negative voice in your head tell you nonsense! Until that moment that you've gotten a hundred rejections on the same story from different outlets, it's not you -- it's them :-)
ReplyDeleteRonel visiting for Feb's IWSG Day Being an Insecure Writer -- And Happy About It
Buahahaha! Your "Body Count" meme has me busting out! Thanks for the tearful laugh! I love the memes. I'm sorry to hear about the rejections. No replies are the worst! There has to be a way to get your stuff out there. What can we do? ((HUGS))
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear, my friend. Hang in there.
ReplyDeleteOne thing that really helped take the sting out of rejection for me is pushing myself to submit my work 100 times every year. Then it's the submitting that becomes the win, not the acceptance, and after a while, rejections aren't taken so seriously.
Hi Heather - things will turn around ... it's just keeping going; and getting some new work ready and then submitted ... but good luck - I can reliably tell you that 28 days went no where with me! Cheers ... all the best - Hilary
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