CMP, who publish Dr. Dobb's Journal among others, just closed 3 print magazines and laid off 200 people. They're going digital.
What a strange time for a guy to try to break out into the writing field. Magazines are closing, and writers are a dime a dozen. Everybody who lives by the pen is tightening their belts. Stringing words together just doesn't pay anymore... not that it ever paid much.
Damn, though, what I wouldn't give to make a living at it.
I mean don't get me wrong - if I had the chance to direct a feature film I'd do it in a heartbeat. That's been my dream for years, too. Still, even if I *did*, I'd be stealing a few minutes in the early mornings and late evenings to tap at the keyboard about all things metaversal.
Just an odd time to be me, really. That's ok though. The world is changing pretty fast. I'll just keep on doing what I'm doing and wait five minutes... next thing you know I'll be a perfect match for this crazy planet.