# The Business of Art

... you are a chef and your script is the meal. Why? Because I’m hungry, recently rewatched "The Bear," and this analogy works.

... there is a lot of misunderstanding about what it means to “steal” a screenplay—i.e., what constitutes copyright infringement.

But what, to be crass, of art?! What of our ability to grieve, engage, and change at a point in time where we need to collectively practice all three?

For some, the crisis is over, and for others, it is not. Therefore, Zoom, if you must. But know that you’re doing so at your own professional peril.

Sadly, the well-known quip about exposure not paying the bills is becoming truer every day. So, what can creative industries do to help writers feel more financially secure?

... I still could feel that cursed imposter syndrome setting up camp in my gut, a disruptive, loud-as-shit tenant, if there ever was one.

"You don't have to stay in a place that doesn't love all of you."

Have we gotten to the point where we need our hands held so continually?

I’ve officially been a trad debut author since May. So, let’s talk about it.

I had preconceived notions about the genre, most of which were rather unfair.

For the briefest of moments, I thought I’d made it. I was so proud of my achievements. Of course, the joy didn’t last forever.

It’s endless. And constant. You hear "No" way more than "Yes."

We can’t recognize escapism any more when hard truths are staring back at us every morning in the mirror.

Can you fully unlock your imagination if your mind is obsessed with success?

I’m excited for you, believe me, but hold up a second here and let’s have a little talk.