The Harsh Review Guide Emrae Publishing

It happened.

Someone left a mean comment on your social media or a book reviewing website. This is a rite of passage. Before we go any further into our coping mechanisms and recommended responses, you should know this happens to every single author on the planet. Your work will never be for everyone—and that is a beautiful thing.

Still, rudeness and unfounded accusations about your work sting. We know from experience.

This is our guide to help you get through it.