The suggestion that Philips gives to new writers can be summarized as
A. being thankful and insistently using the same query letters.
B. being persistent and frequently revising the query letters.
C. being desirous and writing back to the editor for mistakes.
D. appreciating every query letter and finding out the weakness.
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The following are the frustrations Philips meet EXCEPT
A. concerns over the quality of the story and writing.
B. anxiety about the marketing and sales figures.
C. insufficient time allocation and energy.
D. whether his family likes what he writes.
According to Philips, which of the following is INCORRECT?
A. The rejections can be classified as form. rejection and positive rejection.
B. There"s no signature or a rubber-stamp signature in a Form. Rejection.
C. A Form. Rejection is depressing while a Positive Rejection is inspiring.
D. A Form. Rejection refers to a letter of which the editor won"t read any word.
Why does Philips say that a writer should have a thick skin?
A. Because it is hard for a writer to find a prospective editor.
Because a writer may receive numerous rejections of his works.
C. Because the rejection letters can be used to wallpaper the house.
D. Because being a writer has something to do with luck and timing.
According to Philips, what inspires him to begin his career as a writer?
A. Lack of interest in reading.
B. The purpose for improving reading ability.
C. The influence of Hinton"s books.
D. His English teacher"s encouragement.