The Woes of Rejection
Since a Hispanic editor at Kensington Books was specifically asking for multicultural works, I thought my new novel To Sing Like a Mockingbird might at least get a read. The story takes place on the Mexican border in Texas, has mostly Hispanic characters and a prominent African American antagonist. I thought this would be my best opportunity to at least get a read.
No dice. This was the fastest rejection based on a query letter I have received.
Ah well, to be a writer you have to have the hide of an elephant.
No dice. This was the fastest rejection based on a query letter I have received.
Ah well, to be a writer you have to have the hide of an elephant.
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Apr 29, 2023 06:59AM
Hmm. Maybe this particular publishing house wasn't interested in the Mexican border scenario. May the elephant continue to trod on. Best wishes. - Barbara
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Ginger wrote: "Hmm. Maybe this particular publishing house wasn't interested in the Mexican border scenario. May the elephant continue to trod on. Best wishes. - Barbara"Thank you so much, Barbara. It is wonderful (and necessary for this author) to get as much encouragement as possible. I wish you the best in all your endeavors.
