It’s time to make an announcement I honestly never thought I’d be able to make. No, it’s not the long-awaited film deal. But in many ways, it’s much bigger than that. So, here it goes. I’m pleased to announce my official retirement from the financial industry. Today, I formally conclude my old career and begin my new one … as a full-time writer. This has been a long time coming, far longer than many people probably realize.
My journey from Wall Street to adventurer / full-time writer has been a crazy one and perhaps I’ll devote a few posts to it someday. But for now, I’d like to thank the people who supported me along the way, namely my wife Julie, my family, and especially all of you, my readers. I wouldn’t be here without you.
Unlike most traditional writers, I’m basically a one-man operation (with a little editing help from the wife-thanks Julie!). I don’t hire researchers to generate ideas. I don’t employ substantive editors to shape and mold my novels to meet market demands. I don’t utilize copy editors to correct my grammar and spelling. I don’t hire cover artists or formatters to create attractive packaging. And most importantly, I don’t have a team of salespeople and publicists pushing me and my books into bookstores, libraries, and onto the general public.
But while I lack the vast resources available to other authors, I’ve managed to sell tens of thousands of books across the globe over the last few years. That level of success has allowed me to make a career change that would’ve seemed unthinkable just a short while ago. So, once again, thank you. Thank you for buying my books. Thank you for rating and reviewing them. And thank you for spreading the word. Without all of you, I wouldn’t be making this transition—and achieving a lifelong dream—today.
If I’ve learned one thing over the years, it’s that the secret to happiness is to live your truth. With that said, it’s time to live my truth …
I’m a writer. And I’m damn proud of that.
Julie
August 4, 2014 - 2:01 pm ·To say you’ve accomplished “l’arte d’arrangiarsi” would be fun… but wrong… because you’re full of unlimited (and now uninhibited) creativity… and always have been! Congratulations!!!
David Meyer
August 4, 2014 - 2:08 pm ·Thanks Julie!!!!
Sean McLachlan
August 5, 2014 - 5:51 am ·Congratulations! I’ve been a fulltime writer for 15 years now but in nonfiction. Going fulltime in fiction is a big, big deal. I’m hoping to get there some day! Keep on writing!
David Meyer
August 5, 2014 - 2:47 pm ·Thanks Sean! It’s a neat feeling to have reached this point. Are you looking to drop the non-fiction stuff someday?
Jeff Platt
August 5, 2014 - 9:42 am ·I look forward to your next release!
David Meyer
August 5, 2014 - 2:48 pm ·Thanks Jeff … I can’t wait to finish it!
D Haft
August 5, 2014 - 12:40 pm ·Congrats, Dave!! I’m so happy you’ve decided to jump off the cliff into the unknown! It’s a beautiful ride!
David Meyer
August 5, 2014 - 2:48 pm ·Thanks Dave, it’s been fun so far! I appreciate it!
Mike
August 7, 2014 - 8:02 am ·A long way from our time at Simon…glad to hear you are following your heart. Dream big!!! Congrats
David Meyer
August 7, 2014 - 8:50 am ·Hey Mike, long time no see! Thanks for the congrats as well. How are you doing these days?
Erica Meyer
August 7, 2014 - 11:18 am ·YAY!! What wonderful news. So glad you can devote your full days to doing what you love! So happy for you!!
David Meyer
August 7, 2014 - 11:41 am ·Thanks Erica!!!