tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post1596565915144231571..comments2024-01-10T05:02:14.486-05:00Comments on Meka's Musings: IWSG 27- Adrift In Query-landMeka Jameshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592225193233705022noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-41962935951841796032018-08-26T10:17:35.193-04:002018-08-26T10:17:35.193-04:00Yes. It really is the little things that matter, a...Yes. It really is the little things that matter, and for my first rejection, for it to not be a 'form' got me off to a good start (if that makes sense). The others I've gotten have been form, but still nicely worded. <br /><br />Agreed. I have such a hard time talking about my own work and trying to advertise it. I rarely do it because I don't want to be seen as 'that person' the one that is always shouting buy my book. I'm way more likely to like, re-tweet, share, etc the links for others first.<br /><br />thanks for stopping byMeka Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04592225193233705022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-59052217118960160082018-08-26T10:11:11.806-04:002018-08-26T10:11:11.806-04:00Yup. I'm slow, I have accepted that and can...Yup. I'm slow, I have accepted that and can't beat myself up over the fact I'm not producing multiple books a year like some around me. It's not how I roll. Yes, you'd think after 4 kids, I'd have more patience, but sadly that is not the case. LOL<br /><br />thanks for stopping byMeka Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04592225193233705022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-6443241892058646392018-08-26T10:10:04.194-04:002018-08-26T10:10:04.194-04:00hahaha yes! The waiting is KILLING ME. I don't...hahaha yes! The waiting is KILLING ME. I don't have the stamina to do the query thing long term. I like getting it out there, and done instead of the weeks/months it can take to get a response. I would love for someone to love it, but if not, it'll join my other two that I self pubbed.<br /><br />thanks for stopping byMeka Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04592225193233705022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-50634827516482200272018-08-26T10:08:40.375-04:002018-08-26T10:08:40.375-04:00The waiting is the worst! Things have changed with...The waiting is the worst! Things have changed with that editor, she's no longer with that publishing house, but I did reach out to her because she does freelance and I'm in the market for an editor.<br /><br />thanks for stopping byMeka Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04592225193233705022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-8350846789725149182018-08-26T10:07:40.428-04:002018-08-26T10:07:40.428-04:00I was happy she was at the event and I got to meet...I was happy she was at the event and I got to meet her in person. The query experience is much different from doing indie. I'm lucky to have a support group to help me through otherwise I'm not sure I'd survive.<br /><br />thanks for stopping byMeka Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04592225193233705022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-47664685011199989472018-08-26T10:06:08.571-04:002018-08-26T10:06:08.571-04:00You are very true! I won't write like someone ...You are very true! I won't write like someone else and they won't write like me. Our journeys are different, but both valid. <br /><br />thanks for stopping byMeka Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04592225193233705022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-10770713272031805612018-08-26T10:05:10.087-04:002018-08-26T10:05:10.087-04:00LOL yeah, she was surprised, but it was a very nic...LOL yeah, she was surprised, but it was a very nice conversation. And I've hired her to edit my indie work because she does do freelance. :) Rejections do suck, even when you go into the query expecting the rejection to come.<br /><br />thanks for stopping byMeka Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04592225193233705022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-20239414878983345822018-08-26T10:04:11.383-04:002018-08-26T10:04:11.383-04:00It was very nice and extremely helpful. I'm no...It was very nice and extremely helpful. I'm not sure how much longer I'll stay in query land, but I have enjoyed my visit.<br /><br />thanks for stopping byMeka Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04592225193233705022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-67198766207893219872018-08-13T17:22:05.815-04:002018-08-13T17:22:05.815-04:00That is so awesome that you took the time to thank...That is so awesome that you took the time to thank that editor! You just told her that the time she takes providing personalized rejections is appreciated, so she's more apt to continue. Now so many give form rejections or none at all because of defensive jerk writers. You did such a good thing, not only for her and you, but for other authors who will query that editor.<br /><br />And yes, in this industry as in all others, building relationships is key. It's a bit surprising how many writers don't get that and instead just advertise and pimp their work constantly. If people like you, they'll help you.J.H. Moncrieffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18045467689291025137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-88304344438998829742018-08-08T11:58:21.949-04:002018-08-08T11:58:21.949-04:00So true. You have to go at your own pace and NOT c...So true. You have to go at your own pace and NOT compare. Isn't it unfortunate there's only one way to obtain patience? Crystal Collierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03912469552483168148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-12296025827821174022018-08-03T10:55:35.068-04:002018-08-03T10:55:35.068-04:00I have problems with patience. I would really like...I have problems with patience. I would really like to have some, but seriously, it takes so long to build up! I hope you find a home for story!Loni Townsendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05126958230703180761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-27480488144719339212018-08-02T23:43:05.153-04:002018-08-02T23:43:05.153-04:00Oh I understand about the waiting. I hate the wait...Oh I understand about the waiting. I hate the waiting. Glad to hear that a past rejection might lead to a possible future acceptance.Lidyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04185947128989933152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-41117083187489289622018-08-01T17:17:21.131-04:002018-08-01T17:17:21.131-04:00I'm so happy you spoke to the editor who gave ...I'm so happy you spoke to the editor who gave you feedback and shared this story with us. It really helps to personalize the whole query experience, which can seem so impersonal at times. You're on the right track! Keep going! http://www.raimeygallant.comRaimey Gallanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08021528443693790662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-56246973027115944092018-08-01T11:46:25.786-04:002018-08-01T11:46:25.786-04:00I agree with not comparing anyone to anyone or any...I agree with not comparing anyone to anyone or anything. It makes me think of apples and bananas. Both lovely and still so different. They both have a place in my kitchen though. ;-)<br /><br /><a href="http://emaginette.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow"> Anna from elements of emaginette</a>emaginettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03324981140248692448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-14053078711222382652018-08-01T11:39:09.591-04:002018-08-01T11:39:09.591-04:00You probably made that editor's day. I bet she...You probably made that editor's day. I bet she remembers you for a very long time. Rejections suck, but each one is closer to an acceptance.Alex J. Cavanaughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09770065693345181702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7775652771554156477.post-83926050185123151512018-08-01T10:44:50.918-04:002018-08-01T10:44:50.918-04:00That is really nice that the editor gave feedback....That is really nice that the editor gave feedback. Every rejection puts you closer to a positive response, right? Best of luck in query land!Joey Lynn Rescinitihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06219074986338894660noreply@blogger.com