The Best Rejection Letter Ever!

Three chapters of Ripper, My Love were requested by a NY agent from a large agency. I waited for the rejection during last week but it never came, (no confidence in myself). Today her reply arrived in my inbox, but instead of tears of sadness it brought about tears of pride and joy. It was a rejection but as the agent works for a large NY company to get a response I felt it was a bonus. The letter seemed rather long for a 'no thank you' and the words couldn't have been sweeter if she had said yes. 

Thanks so much for offering me the chance to consider your material. Unfortunately, your project doesn't seem right for me. Since it's crucial that you find an agent who will represent you to the best of his or her ability, I'm afraid that I'm going to have to step aside rather than ask to represent your manuscript.

You have a great imagination - I love the premise - and you're a good writer, but I'm sad to say that I just wasn't passionate enough about this to ask to see more. I wish I could offer constructive suggestions, but I thought the dialogue was fine, the characters well-crafted, and the plot well-conceived. I think it's the kind of thing that really is subjective - why some people adore the book on the top of the NYTimes bestseller list, and others don't.

Also, please keep in mind that I welcome queries for exciting new projects from authors who have previously submitted other projects to me.

Once again, thank you for the opportunity to take this on. 


What an encouraging rejection to receive. I am a good writer...she doesn't know how much she has done to boost my ego with those few words I can tell you!


Guess where Maggie's Child will be sent when it is ready!