Manuscript Rejected From Scribner's

In 1918, F. Scott Fitzgerald submitted a manuscript to Scribner's, hoping to publish a novel before his anticipated death in Europe. Despite the rejection of the manuscript, the response from the publishing house was not entirely negative. Max Perkins, a prominent editor at Scribner's, was impressed by Fitzgerald's writing. He recognized the potential in Fitzgerald's work and encouraged him to revise the manuscript and resubmit it for consideration. This moment marked a significant turning point in Fitzgerald's career, as Perkins would later become a key figure in his literary journey, helping to shape and promote his future works. The encouragement from Perkins not only provided Fitzgerald with hope but also laid the groundwork for a fruitful relationship that would lead to the publication of some of Fitzgerald's most celebrated novels. This episode highlights the challenges and rejections that many authors face in their pursuit of literary success, as well as the importance of constructive feedback in the writing process. #mooflife #mof #MomentOfLife #F.ScottFitzgerald #Scribner's #MaxPerkins #ManuscriptSubmission #LiteraryHistory