An X user (who I’m not convinced is real) recently posted a screed against literary agents for having the temerity not to represent her. It came off as pathetic.

I’ve had ups and downs in publishing, but I never entertained the idea of attacking agents. Is it frustrating to get rejected? Of course! But if you’re serious about publishing, you understand rejection is part of it. It’s part of any artistic field. It’s a part of life!

During my time querying (and even at one point getting an agent), never did one treat me unprofessionally.

What good would it do me to attack an agent because he or she passed? Who does it benefit?

If you post it on X, you’re broadcasting to the world “please, don’t ever consider working with me!”

Yes, you blew off some steam and feel self-righteous. And? You’re still unagented, and likely never will be.

Good luck out there to everyone stuck in the query trenches. Be strong. Above all else, be a pro.