Decided Quote by Caroline B. Cooney
“I decided to write short stories because they got rejected quicker.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author Q&A, 2015
Writes short stories because they face rejection quickly, allowing faster learning and improvement
In simple terms: Quick rejection fuels rapid growth
Key Takeaway
Embrace feedback loops for creative development
Themes
creativity
resilience
learning
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
advice
personal
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- self‑publishing
- online platforms
- contest submissions
Key Concepts
writing process
feedback loops
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle criticism?
- What strategies keep you motivated after rejection?
A Different Perspective
Frequent rejection can be demotivating for some writers
