Today I was scrolling through Instagram when I saw a post from an author in tears because she’d written several children’s books that hadn’t been published yet. Granted, I don’t know her particular circumstances, but based on her tearful assertions all I could think was, “Really?” In this business rejection is inevitable. Multiple rejections are inevitable. There are mediocre writers who get book deals. There are amazing writers who get rejection letters. Writing isn’t for the faint of heart. ... Read more »

