Screenwriters

A few years back, I sent out more than a few query letters hoping to see if I would get any nibbles on my first novel. After a few rejections, I received a positive letter from a reputable agent in NYC asking for a synopsis, then the first 3 chapters, and finally the whole book.

I was so happy about receiving a positive response, but went into panic mode when I realized that my book was not near completion. So I rushed the last 10 chapters for fear that they would move on to the next person and sent my manuscript out only to receive a letter a few short weeks later that stated my novel was not word count worthy.

This sent me into a head spin and I put the novel away for two years. I felt rejected, but most of all I feared that if I added to my novel, it would ruin the story. Although I continued to write short stories and scripts, I was afraid to touch my novel, but most of all afraid to send out any more queries or even consider entering any contests.

Now after two years I am again sending out my writings and working on lengthening my novel. A few months ago, I finished my first screenplay and decided to send it out to various contests. After a few months, I received a reject letter and realized that I had not even placed among the top 200. (ouch!)

As a freelance writer I've been published in several local magazines and papers in the Los Angeles area, but have yet had any of my creative writings published or accepted.

I say all this because I still refuse to give up. Unlike my 2 year shutdown, I got right back on the writing horse and started sending out stories once again.

As I think about what is different in me now, I have to give props to my increased faith and trust. Faith in believing in the unknown and trust that one day the seeds that I have sown will eventually come into fruition.

If you have a similar experience, be a Pen Pal and share your story.

Spiritually yours,

SMB