Writers do not like rejection, but this does not mean they fear it. Of course, they wish their manuscripts are accepted by the first publisher they submit to. But they are realistic, realizing unsolicited manuscripts are more often rejected than accepted.
Publishers may turn down a well-written manuscript for numerous reasons. For one, the timing may be bad, as the manuscript covers an issue the publisher had explored in detail recently. Another reason could be audience: the publisher reject manuscripts they like because they know the topic would not appeal to their readers. Membership could be another factor, as some sources publish only the work of their paid members. Politics also can be a factor. The publisher likes the article or book but it doesn't align with their organizational philosophy. Among many other considerations can be the writer's literary reputation, subject-matter credibility, relationship with the publisher, writing style, content depth, and narrative structure.
To professional writers, these reasons are just excuses pseudo-writers use to give up. Rejection is a part of the job. Get on board with it, improve your manuscript, and resubmit it elsewhere. But always be submitting.
Publishers may turn down a well-written manuscript for numerous reasons. For one, the timing may be bad, as the manuscript covers an issue the publisher had explored in detail recently. Another reason could be audience: the publisher reject manuscripts they like because they know the topic would not appeal to their readers. Membership could be another factor, as some sources publish only the work of their paid members. Politics also can be a factor. The publisher likes the article or book but it doesn't align with their organizational philosophy. Among many other considerations can be the writer's literary reputation, subject-matter credibility, relationship with the publisher, writing style, content depth, and narrative structure.
To professional writers, these reasons are just excuses pseudo-writers use to give up. Rejection is a part of the job. Get on board with it, improve your manuscript, and resubmit it elsewhere. But always be submitting.
