My very first rejection email…..

Dear Writer,

Sorry for the somewhat impersonal nature of this note, but given the number of submissions and time constraints, it’s the best we can do.

Thanks for submitting your work to Fresh! Our literary committee has made their decisions — we will not be able to use your essay.
This does not necessarily mean we didn’t enjoy your writing, just that it didn’t work for this show.

Please don’t hesitate to submit in the future.

Thanks,

Fresh! Light Literary Committee