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Rejections Make You Stronger
Hey, everyone. What a hectic week it has been for me. I can honestly say that I was stressed out from work, after covering for someone. Later on, I will be even more busy, but I will do my best to relax and take it easy on myself.
I just wanted to share my rejection story, because I could shed some light to those who aspire to write. A year ago, I submitted a short story for an anthology. I was really excited, because it's once in a lifetime opportunity, so I'd rather not miss it. The next day, I got rejected (how quick was that, huh?). At first, I was disappointed for a couple of days, because, honestly, it was my first rejection letter. Plus, they didn't even point the "serious editing issues" that I have in my short story. But after that, I decided to share my short story in my blog so that you guys can read it (remember A Christmas Spark? Yep, that was the one).
This year, I entered a short story competition for a chance to have it published through a publishing company. You may be wondering, but it was only because I wanted to give it a shot. Besides, I wanted to get the feeling of going through the traditional publishing route. So I waited a few weeks after submitting my story, until I received another rejection today. But hey, at least I gave it my best shot. And honestly, I wasn't hurt because this happened. Plus, I was so worried about not making it until now. 😊
So what am I trying to say? I'm saying that don't be crestfallen, just because you received so many letters. Be proud that you made an effort to submitting your work. Keeping finding opportunities and have some fun. Even if you get several rejection letters, you will eventually get stronger 😊 It's the honest truth, coming from a writer who has lived through these experiences. ❤💕
But I will still self publish my work, while I find opportunities to get myself out there. I promise you. I'm still working on my next book so far, and I hope to finish it really soon for all of you.
Stay up-to-date with my blogs or my general posts. And stay tune with the special announcement that I want to share. I'm going to talk about it before Aug. 27th, I promise you. Anyway, take care, my lovely audience! Have a great weekend!
I just wanted to share my rejection story, because I could shed some light to those who aspire to write. A year ago, I submitted a short story for an anthology. I was really excited, because it's once in a lifetime opportunity, so I'd rather not miss it. The next day, I got rejected (how quick was that, huh?). At first, I was disappointed for a couple of days, because, honestly, it was my first rejection letter. Plus, they didn't even point the "serious editing issues" that I have in my short story. But after that, I decided to share my short story in my blog so that you guys can read it (remember A Christmas Spark? Yep, that was the one).
This year, I entered a short story competition for a chance to have it published through a publishing company. You may be wondering, but it was only because I wanted to give it a shot. Besides, I wanted to get the feeling of going through the traditional publishing route. So I waited a few weeks after submitting my story, until I received another rejection today. But hey, at least I gave it my best shot. And honestly, I wasn't hurt because this happened. Plus, I was so worried about not making it until now. 😊
So what am I trying to say? I'm saying that don't be crestfallen, just because you received so many letters. Be proud that you made an effort to submitting your work. Keeping finding opportunities and have some fun. Even if you get several rejection letters, you will eventually get stronger 😊 It's the honest truth, coming from a writer who has lived through these experiences. ❤💕
But I will still self publish my work, while I find opportunities to get myself out there. I promise you. I'm still working on my next book so far, and I hope to finish it really soon for all of you.
Stay up-to-date with my blogs or my general posts. And stay tune with the special announcement that I want to share. I'm going to talk about it before Aug. 27th, I promise you. Anyway, take care, my lovely audience! Have a great weekend!
