Dark Magic is At Work

Dark Magic is At Work

The past week or so I’ve kinda slacked on writing new blog posts and I’ve been conspicuously absent from most social media platforms (except for the inimitable Instagram, which is by far my favorite anything of 2012—follow me at “jayfingers“). The reason for this is because I’ve started a new day job.

Yes, it’s true. Even soon-to-be-published authors have to find a way to supplement their income somehow. Shit, Anthony Trollope wrote forty-seven novels while working for the post office. So, ain’t no shame in my game. Give me the steady check while I pursue my dream, thank you very much.

And for those of you who were aware of my office hustles, I’m still in the same line of work only I’m in a situation that’s better for me all around—financially, professionally, and creatively.

That’s right, I’m still a fashion copywriter.

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Literary Inspired Apparel at The Strand Bookstore

Literary Inspired Apparel at The Strand Bookstore

Yesterday, I visited one of my favorite places in New York City, The Strand Bookstore. Located a stone’s throw away from Union Square, The Strand houses over 18 miles of books—new, used, rare, and even out-of-print. As its website states, it is a book lovers’ treasure trove.

One of the unexpected treasures I came across yesterday were a series of garments boasting artwork from classic novels. They included Capote’s In Cold Blood and Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby (as seen above) as well as Alice Walker’s The Color Purple, among others. Featured items included men’s and women’s T-shirts and sweatshirts. Very cool.

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