From an author in Los Angeles, the bubbling cauldron of artistic expression (and appalling behavior):
Obviously, the pluggers and the hawkers don't recognize the sensitivity of the artists that they are privileged to serve. Authors are special people who need greater latitude and understanding. They simply don't play by the mundane rules of normal society. Publicists are just going to have to grow up and accommodate the special needs of their clients. They should be awed to sit at the feet of these literary giants. So stop whining and start kowtowing.
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I sincerely hope this is sarcasm. As a publicist at a small-ish house (one who strives to foster the creativity and comfort of its authors), I've worked with some horrific "artists" and "literary giants" who aren't so much sensitive as they are diva-like, demanding, and downright rude. It's my job to get them press and attention, NOT to kowtow and sit at their feet in awe...especially those whose literary talents do not deserve it.
Please, please tell me you're kidding with this post.
Well, since you asked so nicely...
Yes, this is indeed sarcasm--from an author who has dealt with oodles of divas.
Anonymous has clearly been so damaged (s)he didn't recognize super-obvious (to the rest of us) sarcasm. I feel for you; don't give up the fight.
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