Do you fear rejection?

I'll be honest with you;
I don't like rejection.

When I send my writing to publishers or editors, I cross my fingers and say a little prayer.

When the rejection e-mails and letters (Yes, some people still send them.) come, I am sad.

I put the rejection away and if there are suggestions, I read them. Usually when I read them the first time, I disagree with most of what the editor is saying.

I throw the letter/e-mail somewhere and wait until I'm ready to learn from it. When I am, the editor's comments usually make more sense, and I am able to re-envision the piece and resubmit.

I find solace in hearing about popular author's rejection slips.

Yesterday, while driving to work, I enjoyed listening to how Patricia Cornwell was rejected. She talks about working in a morgue in Virginia.

Listen to it. I want you to feel better about being rejected. I know I do!