If I get a response letter I’m at least a little happy. Even with the form letters. Because so many don’t even respond. But if they sent a response AND said something nice in the rejection letter, especially that they’d like to see future stuff, SEND THEM SOMETHING. And in the letter mention something about them having said they’d like to see more.

I can’t speak for them but I know here there are several things I’ve read that are good well written stories, but just not the kind of stuff I read. I’ll like them and follow them, but I’m hesitant to pre-order because I know I’d probly never finish reading it. And that is sort of what that kind of a rejection letter is.

Look at it as the publisher said, "Not my kind of story, but I like your style. What else have you got?" And by all means, show them what else you’ve got.

I’ve had at least a dozen letters from publishers and countless from agents. They all usually revolve around the same thing:

’I appreciate you seeking to work with me but it is unfortunate that at this time, I must say I can not invest the time needed to assist you in your endeavor. I wish you luck in the future.’

Not 100% a direct response but paraphrased and summed up by the average responses I received. It sucked when all I had was a collection of short stories on a website and one self-published book. I’m hoping this site bears better fruit.

Best of luck, this is one of my biggest gripes with the industry. Much of the time, the author is left with the least support unless the experts in the industry see many $$ signs and licensing opportunities around the book. I hope you get this sorted.