So I'm a freelance writer, and this year, my very first book will be published. It's basically authorship on a technicality, since I was hired by a marketing client, but my name is on amazon.com, and my grandma says it totally counts.
I'm bound and determined to use this opportunity to get legitimate book and editorial work, so I've spent the last week putting together self-promotion pieces with writing samples and pithy turns of phrase.
Forgive me, Reader(s), for I have sinned in the process. I bought some new stuff: Avery labels, tissue paper, gorgeous handmade fabric-lined 9x12 cyan envelopes, paper, and paper shopping bags. If it's any consolation (am I consoling you or me here?), the paper is Kraft, made from 100% post consumer waste, and so are the shopping bags. And I did all the printing at home on my laser and Epson printers.
I think I made the best possible choices under the circumstances, and yet, I still feel dirty. I was powerless against those damn envelopes.
3 comments:
hey nat
don't be afraid to hit up your design friends for supplies. i have piles upon piles of craft paper, envelopes, and beautiful blank stickers laying around waiting to be put to good use.
also, the Center for Creative Re-Use in Berkeley is a great source for paper and supplies (recycled but unused).
-- Jenn posting from Jonny's computer
nat -
this is the blog where i realized you should write full length (or short) stories.
short, sweet and SUH-weet. lovin' the language, the flow, and the truth.
bye, sista - gotta get back to reading!
m
congrats hon! xo
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