If you’re any kind of artist, in particular, a writer, and put your work “out there” at some point you will face rejection and disappointment. When your he(art) is on the line, writer rejection can be soul-crushing. ~~~ There’s always failure. And there’s always disappointment. And there’s always loss. But the secret is learning from the … [Read more…]
Believe nothing, no matter where you read it or who has said it, not even if I have said it, unless it agrees with your own reason and your own common sense. ~ Buddha I love this quote. I love it for everyday life, and I love it for writing. As a writer, a critique … [Read more…]
Ray Bradbury talks about rejection and acceptance in the short story market where he got his start. Plus, you get to watch him walk around his house in shorts!