Rejection is inevitable from "summary" of The Courage to Write by Ralph Keyes
Facing rejection is an unavoidable part of the writing life. No writer can expect to avoid rejection entirely. It comes with the territory of putting one's work out into the world. Rejection can take many forms, from a polite rejection letter to a scathing review. It can come from editors, publishers, critics, or even readers. No matter how talented a writer may be, they will face rejection at some point in their career. The fear of rejection can be paralyzing for writers. It can prevent them from taking risks, trying new things, or sharing their work with others. But the truth is that rejection is a natural and necessary part of the writ...
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