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“My first book was rejected nine times. It turned out to be a best seller, Battle Cry? in 1953.” quote by Leon Uris
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“My first book was rejected nine times. It turned out to be a best seller, Battle Cry? in 1953.”

Leon Uris

About This Quote

Source Interview: 1953 discussion about Battle Cry? by Leon Uris, 1953

Despite repeated rejections, perseverance led to eventual bestseller success, showing resilience pays off.

In simple terms: Persistence turned many rejections into a hit.

Key Takeaway

Keep submitting despite setbacks.

Themes

perseverance resilience success

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • writing career
  • pitching manuscripts
  • literary agents
  • marketing strategies

Key Concepts

rejection publishing industry determination

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you handle repeated setbacks?
  • What strategies can improve acceptance odds?
A Different Perspective

Not every rejection signals failure; timing matters.

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