I recently had an editor ask for more time to read a story, saying he would "read it tonight and be in touch shortly." This was two weeks ago.
I am aware that the only thing that matters is a positive response, and no response is, in practical terms, a "no." That's not why I'm posting.
What I am wondering is, is there any sort of industry standard for waiting periods? Is it possible that this editor is assuming that I will give him six weeks, because "everyone knows" that six weeks is standard? Or, should I instead follow my heart and withdraw the story when I get fed up?
I want to give this editor every opportunity to read, enjoy, and ultimately to buy my story. On the other hand, I don't want it gathering dust when it could be on its way to another publisher who will want it.
Rejection is not a problem for me. Wasting time is. Is there a standard for this? Thanks (in advance) for your thoughts.
I am aware that the only thing that matters is a positive response, and no response is, in practical terms, a "no." That's not why I'm posting.
What I am wondering is, is there any sort of industry standard for waiting periods? Is it possible that this editor is assuming that I will give him six weeks, because "everyone knows" that six weeks is standard? Or, should I instead follow my heart and withdraw the story when I get fed up?
I want to give this editor every opportunity to read, enjoy, and ultimately to buy my story. On the other hand, I don't want it gathering dust when it could be on its way to another publisher who will want it.
Rejection is not a problem for me. Wasting time is. Is there a standard for this? Thanks (in advance) for your thoughts.