Recently I went to three people I know asking them if they would have me on their podcast shows. Yes, well if I waited for people to put out the invitation to me I’d be laying in a pine box six foot under before I got an interview. Anyway, all three “friends” of mine said an excited “YES!” Out of those three interview opportunities two interviews were recorded. Of those two recorded interviews only one was broadcast. The other recorded interview was held back twice by my “friend” and tossed, because they didn’t like the fact that I got pissed having my interview tossed to the side for an interview with Josh Gates. Real class act, Mike. Then of course the other person who was supposed to interview me live kept rescheduling me. I would continuously promote and repromote the show only to be made to look like an idiot because suddenly he would cancel the show. Now, finally, the third and final podcast I ask actually broadcast the interview.I love these guys.
The thing is people I’ve gotten criticized about not being
very professional because I get honestly pissed and publically make the horror
community aware of the fact. Well, for those who criticize me I got to ask you
something. How am I supposed to feel when people promise, and I do mean
promise, me opportunities and then fuck me over. Then of course, and this really gets my ire,
they act like I’m being totally unfair to them because I don’t like being
screwed over. Excuse me? Oh, I’m this complete asshole and they are the
innocent victim. Oh, and I’m totally unprofessional because I don’t bow down
and accept that they, because they are so professional, have some kind of right
to do shit like this and get away with it without a word. Sorry, fucktard, I
don’t kiss ass and if you fuck me over be prepared for me to be the wrath of
god and bring the hammer down on your head. Get that straight!
Well, why do you feel you have the right to do that? After
all this is the horror community and you fuck with one person you fuck with
their clique. Well, for one thing I’m the VICTIM. I’m the one who has actually
been WRONGED. Also, after being fucked over as much as I have I’ve come to the
realization that these people are complete and utter assholes and need a
good kick in the ass. As far as their
cliques, I don’t sweat them. I’ve dealt with cliques in the past and what I’ve
found are that they are composed of cowards and ego cases. When an actual
strong person confronts them they crumble like the weak assed bitches they are.
Honestly, people if you actually had to deal with the
complete and utter bullshit I’ve had to deal with you’d go on the warpath
yourself.
Shit, people, like any other artist in horror I have the
need to put myself out there and promote myself, but for some fucked up reason
people cop the attitude that I’m a
poser, because no matter what I’ve done, am doing, or have achieved, I’m a
complete and utter outsider and a nobody. Excuse me. I’m the author of five
original novels in the Friday the 13th franchise. My books changed
the genre and opened up the doors for other original novels based on horror
franchises. But, that doesn’t matter to these people? I’m the head man of an
extremely popular grindhouse horror internet radio show (we average 4,000
listeners). Oh, but who gives a shit? And, I’ve written and acted in a number
of horror films. Who the fuck cares? Yeah, that is the attitude I get. Recently, I contacted Rebekah McKendry from
Fangoria Magazine and asked her about getting a write up about me and my books.
The answer I got from Rebekah as representative of Fangoria was “Oh, I’ll throw
your bio to my editors and see if they care.” Real professional way to treat a
six time published author, internet radio personality, actor, and screenwriter by a major horror publication. But guess what?
This is the typical response I get. Oh, yeah, independent filmmakers who have
only done two films, like my friends The Soska Sisters, get the covers and
articles after articles with Fangoria, Rue Morgue, and other horror
publications, but the author of The Camp Crystal Lake novels gets treated like
total dog shit. And you wonder why I get pissed and lash out. I wonder why?
And, of course, this discussion wouldn’t be complete without
me mentioning conventions. Well, since the
convention drama I’ve had a number of friends tell me “ I know such and such
from such and such convention and I’ll talk to him/ her and they will assuredly
have you at their convention. Hell, I’m sure they will even pay your travel
expenses.” Yeah, you know how many times I’ve heard this shit? Then of course I
ask them about it and they get snappy and tell me “I’m working on it.” Then months
later I ask about it and they get silent and start acting like I’m an asshole.
Either that or they say “What you don’t trust me?” and that will be the last
word on the subject.
So, in conclusion here is something I want to remind people,
When I make promises I keep my promises. You ask me for an interview on my
show you get your interview. You ask me for help, you get help. I keep my
promises. Why is it that I shouldn’t expect the same consideration in return?
If you can’t get me into a convention don’t waste my time by saying you can. I
don’t need boasting, I need to be in a convention. Also, if you promise me an interview
(especially if it gets to the point the fucking thing is recorded) don’t
fucking play games, follow through. I would follow through if it was the
reverse, and I wouldn’t insult you with bullshit excuses. It’s called respect and consideration people. It’s not some
impossible task.
Also, to the people who question how professional I act, I
think they should look in the mirror and assess how professional they are
acting toward me. I tend to return respect and consideration when it is given
to me. Ask Reyna Young. We've actually started talking and are on friendly terms because she has been treating me with respect and consideration. Something to think about.
And for those who screw me over just remember that karma is a bitch and my family has a special relationship with her. People who screw over members of my family tend to find their worlds crumble around them. We don't have to lift a finger it just seems to happen.... So here is a little song to remind you....
And for those who screw me over just remember that karma is a bitch and my family has a special relationship with her. People who screw over members of my family tend to find their worlds crumble around them. We don't have to lift a finger it just seems to happen.... So here is a little song to remind you....
