[Tyson Schmidt]

I think if Jack were interested in getting credit and fame, he'd be writing novels. But from what I've gathered in talking to him, he really loves writing screenplays.
That, and apparently there is no money in writing novels, and Jack has a Porsche/Track addiction. That, and it is flippin' expensive to live in L.A.

From reading the article, many people might conclude that Jack is a "rich guy". Well, I know him pretty well, and from what I know, he's probably middle-of-the-pack on this board in regard to wealth. He doesn't live lavishly or have a huge mansion. He has a nice house in a good neighborhood, and some nice cars. But to live here, you have to have some serious coin to be considered "rich". I can't imagine what kind of taxes he must pay. I think those paychecks come in a lump sum, and he has to go for very long periods with no income at all. Weird business.

And before you go thinking it's "easy money', just think how stressed you were in college trying to finish that term paper. Now do that every couple of weeks, (progress deadlines) and the finished product has to be really good. Just try writing a story that's even remotely entertaining. This is very difficult stuff. Hell, I couldn't even write book reports. I'm in awe of that kind of talent, and they get almost no credit. That all goes to the actors and directors.

I think I'll stick to being a poor greasemonkey.