Getting Rejected in Five Easy Steps
By Andrea Merrell No one likes rejection. It stings. But we've all been there to some degree. Let’s talk about easy ways to make sure your manuscript will be rejected and end up in the editorial graveyard. Five Fiction Faux Pas It’s not necessary to hook your reader. They’ll get into the story—eventually. Using strong verbs, descriptive phrases, and lively dialogue is a waste of time. Just tell your story. It’s much easier that way. As long as your story is good, don’t worry about developing strong characters. Your readers don’t need to connect with your protagonist. Don’t worry about point of view (POV). Head-hopping is permissible and even encouraged. It’s okay to keep your readers guessing whose head they’re in. Plot is not important. Your readers are smart—they’ll “get it.” Now, let’s call in Faux Pas Busters to dispel those five terrible myths. The Hook Writing is a lot like fishing, and you need to choose your bait carefully. Hooking the ...
