I know people who have gone into career death spins, and that's something you're always aware of as a writer.

Businesses that decide to be reality based and identify where they're vulnerable to climate impact, that start thinking about how to buffer against it, are going to be able to take advantage of shortages. When the water runs out, not everyone is in the same pickle.

As a writer, you should care about reluctant readers. You want these kids to feel like books are amazing and cool and that they're an escape.

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