Chapter 23: May 2025 — Self-Help Doesn't Help

You've got to help yourself.

Hi! Welcome to Chapter 23.

Become evil. Rule the world. Maybe drink tea first and sit down for a bit.

"I sell my soul, but at the highest rates."

— Harlan Ellison, Dreams with Sharp Teeth (2008)

People: We want to offer you this exciting opportunity.
Me: Do I get paid?
People: No.
Me: Then I don’t care.
People: You're only in it for the money.
Me: You mean professional.

Please don't ask writers to write for free. If we try to pay the rent, shop, or buy food with 'exposure' they just call the cops.

Sorry, wrong meeting.

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Much love,

James

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