One of the problems with the serial nature of blogging is introducing new readers into the world of this blog. This was brought home to me in a recent telephone conversation with sister Kate. The only segment she understood was the article about Terri. This is the Star Wars Effect wherein the text explaining all the parts about a galaxy far far away scroll into oblivion while you’re in the lobby negotiating for Junior Mints. New readers may be lost, confused, dazed, even gobsmacked by references that have scrolled into the archives. I’ve compiled an FAQ. If you feel I haven’t addressed a question, leave one in the comments unless you’re peddling Xanax.
FAQ: Isn’t this a literary blog? Barely. The whole idea is that The Earl is trying to jumpstart his literary career, promoting his book Voltaire’s Miasma. Complications arise, resulting in gripping melodrama. The Earl lives in Wellington Leg which is besieged by Roman troops and a harsh literary climate.
Isn’t His Advice to Writers Useless? Absolutely. However, if one does the opposite of what The Earl suggests, literary fame and fortune will follow.
Is Wellington Leg a real place? No. That’s why it can be under Roman seige and enjoy proximity to COSTCO.
Why is turnip throwing illegal? By decree of the Dowager Princess. She was struck by a turnip ( ye gods! passive voice!) She remains wary.
When will The Earl be beheaded? There’s no point to reality television without corporate sponsors. And we need a time slot.
I hope that clarifies things.
Thanks, I needed that.