richardmurray
I started a few threads suggesting that we support brother Troy and turn AALBC into an actual bonafide certified INSTITUTION that will be around for many many decades even after Troy himself is no longer here.
If I had it my way, not only would AALBC be online but he'd have an actual physical building full of books and rooms where authors can be interviewed or give lectures to promote their products.
I'm talking Smithsonian level.
And to help maintain this....besides the profits received from the institution itself there would also be an ENDOWMENT from the more successful authors who had their careers launched by publicity from AALBC.
....and yes, Troy and his children including his brand new daughter should GET RICH from this!
I personally give ZERO FUCKS about people thinking you should dedicate your life to building an institution and providing services for people but not get rich from it.
That's not MY religion.
If somebody has a religion that tells them they should go around building institutions and helping people but not get rich or not collect money to enjoy themselves or not live a lavish life for their efforts....they should keep THAT religion to themselves.
I will NOT be a part of that religion.
In my opinion, If Troy dedicated so much of his life and sacrificed so much of his time and turned down careers in corporate America just to provide a separate space for Black authors to have a voice and get their works noticed, then he should be REWARDED HANDSOMELY for this!