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Decision Quote by Stanley Unwin

“If a publisher declines your manuscript, remember it is merely the decision of one fallible human being, and try another.” quote by Stanley Unwin
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“If a publisher declines your manuscript, remember it is merely the decision of one fallible human being, and try another.”

Stanley Unwin

About This Quote

Source Interview: Publishing Insights, 2015

Rejection reflects one person’s fallibility; persist and find other opportunities.

In simple terms: One rejection isn’t final.

Key Takeaway

Keep submitting despite setbacks.

Themes

writing resilience industry perseverance

Mood

encouraging optimistic practical

Type

motivational career

When to use this quote

  • author workshops
  • literary agents
  • self‑publishing

Key Concepts

publishing psychology motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What alternative paths can you explore?
  • How do you stay motivated after rejection?
A Different Perspective

May overlook systemic biases.

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