In the interest of finding good stuff on the web and sharing it, I present to you Myst Noir- the blog about crime fiction written by African-American authors. Yes, I have selflessly given up my time to search for cool places to hang out. I continue to brainstorm plot ideas for my next novel and do extensive online research. Translation- I'm goofing off and lovin' it.
Things are tough all over, and the publishing business is no exception. These days most of us authors who aren't famous are scrambling. Writers who are published worry if they can sell another book. Writers trying to break into print for the first time are wondering if they haven't taken on mission impossible. The big publishers have had serious lay-offs. That means fewer editors and tighter budgets, and fewer books being bought. It's tough to stay positive, but I'm asking myself how much am I willing to suffer for my art? Rejection is a bitter pill to swallow and pity parties can get real crowded when a group of authors hit by harsh reality get together. Yet the other part of me says, "Hey, get over it! This is what you signed up for when you decided to become a writer." So to let's all buckle our seat belts, put our trays in the upright position and get through these bumpy times.
I'm going to keep writing no matter what. You with me? Yeah, now that's what I'm talkin' about- guts. Writing takes courage. Sending out even a query letter- yep, takes guts. It's no fun getting those "Sorry, we'll pass" letters. Okay. Eat some chocolate, run a few laps and get back to that keyboard.
These guys are willing to go out on a ledge for their art- makes me think: How far am I willing to go for my art?
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