When you wrote:
“David Paulides, who writes the Missing 411 books, is too cool to answer my emails,” I could totally relate.
Although I never tried reaching out to Luke, I did once email Paulides. And although he did respond, it was so curt (and ignored the point of my email) that it felt almost felt like…
“David Paulides, who writes the Missing 411 books, is too cool to answer my emails,” I could totally relate.
Although I never tried reaching out to Luke, I did once email Paulides. And although he did respond, it was so curt (and ignored the point of my email) that it felt almost felt like being ignored. (I still read his books, love his work, and agree that your audience would love to hear your discussion.)
It’s such a shame when “fans” (for lack of a better term) reach out, only to get shrugged off or—in your case—not responded to at all. It really puts a damper on one’s view of their favorite authors, podcasters, etc.
Sometimes I think it’s better not to reach out to any of them to not risk that disappointing experience. And that’s a shame.
Consider yourself lucky, J.L. I've heard from many others about Paulides ignoring their emails. As they say, never meet your heroes. Not that Paulides or any of these others are my heroes, but I admired their work. Thanks!
Donald,
Great article (as always).
When you wrote:
“David Paulides, who writes the Missing 411 books, is too cool to answer my emails,” I could totally relate.
Although I never tried reaching out to Luke, I did once email Paulides. And although he did respond, it was so curt (and ignored the point of my email) that it felt almost felt like being ignored. (I still read his books, love his work, and agree that your audience would love to hear your discussion.)
It’s such a shame when “fans” (for lack of a better term) reach out, only to get shrugged off or—in your case—not responded to at all. It really puts a damper on one’s view of their favorite authors, podcasters, etc.
Sometimes I think it’s better not to reach out to any of them to not risk that disappointing experience. And that’s a shame.
Consider yourself lucky, J.L. I've heard from many others about Paulides ignoring their emails. As they say, never meet your heroes. Not that Paulides or any of these others are my heroes, but I admired their work. Thanks!