Dealing with my Ego...

Okay, I realize I'm acting like a pouting baby.

There are maybe 4750 YA authors who wish they could be in my ABNA shoes, even if it meant having okay, but not over-the-top reviews. The reviews, by the way, I'm pretty sure point out that my writing skills and style are what pushed me through even if not for my story concept.

I think that's good.

As for the constant Harry Potter comparisons...well, that got me thinking.

When I was in Spain in 2002, on the way back I sought out a long read for the plan ride while waiting at the airport.

I came across a book with a big sticker on it that said..."As good as Stephen King, or your money back." It may also have said, "You'll enjoy it as much as Stephen King or your money back." Either way I liked the challenge and figured it was an insured risk.

Besides, what little know European writer could be as good as King?

Well, I read American Gods and by golly, I did enjoy it as much as King.


= ???

I suppose that Neil Gaiman wasn't too keen on having to have his writing compared to King's in order to get people to buy it. In fact, he probably wished people would buy it on its own merits as they do now. But, perhaps, it was that direct, in-your-face, advertised comparison that ultimately helped him become the known author that he is today.

So, in the end, all these comparison to Harry Potter may not be the scourge I react to them as.

I can hope anyway.

Peace,
A Pink American