The thesis seminar presentation loomed like a thundercloud on Marcus's calendar. Every graduate student had to present their final portfolio to the department—faculty, fellow students, and occasionally outside critics—defending their artistic choices and articulating the conceptual framework behind their work. Marcus had watched classmates go through the process in previous semesters, some emerging triumphant, others devastated by harsh critiques.
Now it was his turn, and the presentation was scheduled for the first Friday in March.
My goal behind receiving fan support is not just financial — though of course that helps me continue writing without as much worry about practical limitations — but also emotional and creative. Writing can sometimes feel like a lonely pursuit, and fan support, whether it comes in the form of kind words, sharing my work, or even monetary contributions, tells me that what I create resonates with people. That support allows me to grow, to take risks in my writing, and to give more back to the community that believes in me. In simple terms: fan support keeps the cycle alive. I give my stories and my heart through words, and the encouragement I receive in return becomes the fuel that helps me keep going. Ultimately, my goal is not just to ‘receive,’ but to build a relationship. I want readers to feel that they are part of the journey — that when they support me, they aren’t just helping me write another chapter, they’re shaping the existence of the story itself.
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