My chosen agent, Camilla Bolton of the Darley Anderson Literary Agency, came back to me with a rejection on Saturday. However, the letter she sent wasn't the standard 'thanks, but no thanks'. It was a most complimentary and constructive acknowledgement of The Messenger. Camilla made suggestions as to how the story (which she thought exciting) could be improved by cutting portions of chapters and making a couple of other alterations - in general, it was obvious that she had spent time reading and inwardly digesting my story. I emailed her to say I was going to incorporate the changes she had suggested and thanked her for her time. I also acknowledged that the road to mainstream publishing was a tough one, but that I was determined to succeed. This morning I received an email from Camilla to say if I was willing to make the alterations and, if I wanted to re-submit to her, she would not only be happy to reread it, but would be happy to read anything else I write. What a brilliant lady! Obviously, there is a god after all.
4 comments:
Ha ha I think your grandma would have said god is as god does... I'm really happy to hear about your submission... will keep my fingers crossed.)
I think as you say you just need to keep going, I'm a great believer of the power of dreams.
that is great news and you should be greatly encouraged. that does NOT always happen at all!!! good for you and happy writing :)
Just goes to show that you should never take no for an answer no matter how politely it is put. Go get 'em tiger.
Wonderful news!
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