That feeling of being out of place at different events can creep up on me at times, but when I talk to other creators they're usually in the same boat, so take solace that we all get it at times.
In my experience, a lot of creators get "greener grass" syndrome about their career - prose writers wishing they had done TV, or comics, or games. Games people wishing they wrote novels, TV, comics. Comics people wondering if novels would provide them with more legitimacy. TV people wanting to do movies, comics, games, etc. etc. I don't have an iota of the career I expected at the start, but am incredibly grateful for the journey so far.
Sorry to hear you didn't feel fully comfortable at Worldcon and had those annoying moments. If it helps, seeing you and other writers I know helped me feel more comfortable. I still could’ve made much more of the con. But glad to hear some highlights too. Carol was really nice chatting to me on the stroll with the stars. Best of luck with the new novel! (I am finally Covid free today, so could unpack everything. Weird having the ten day emotional disconnect from all the books and cards from the con, though.)
I returned from SDCC with Covid, though Marielle managed to avoid it - it seems to be very picky just lately. Excited to hear about the novel, and glad the puzzle you bought went down well.
That feeling of being out of place at different events can creep up on me at times, but when I talk to other creators they're usually in the same boat, so take solace that we all get it at times.
In my experience, a lot of creators get "greener grass" syndrome about their career - prose writers wishing they had done TV, or comics, or games. Games people wishing they wrote novels, TV, comics. Comics people wondering if novels would provide them with more legitimacy. TV people wanting to do movies, comics, games, etc. etc. I don't have an iota of the career I expected at the start, but am incredibly grateful for the journey so far.
Insightful as ever, Jim. Creators sharing these experiences really helps. Thanks!
Sorry to hear you didn't feel fully comfortable at Worldcon and had those annoying moments. If it helps, seeing you and other writers I know helped me feel more comfortable. I still could’ve made much more of the con. But glad to hear some highlights too. Carol was really nice chatting to me on the stroll with the stars. Best of luck with the new novel! (I am finally Covid free today, so could unpack everything. Weird having the ten day emotional disconnect from all the books and cards from the con, though.)
Glad to hear you’re well again!
Also, didn't know about the affiliation thing with Bookshop.org, so hopefully I can set one up, too!
That's all good stuff, and glad you're feeling better now!
I returned from SDCC with Covid, though Marielle managed to avoid it - it seems to be very picky just lately. Excited to hear about the novel, and glad the puzzle you bought went down well.