Being Geek Chic is a blog for stylish geeks, sophisticated nerds and people who enjoy the musings of a complete dork. Join us as we dream of driving the TARDIS, cuddle with our eBooks and test out an iPad sleeve. It's written by Elizabeth Giorgi and a team of brilliant lady nerds. Meet the team.
Meet Kendall Ashley (@Kendall_Ashley). She’s a freelance writer with a pen full of sass, spunk, and geeky pride. Her passions of Star Wars, gaming, Doctor Who, and Supernatural are all funneled into her blog, Distracted Blogger, where she keeps us updated on the goings-on of her life.
But on top of that, Kendall also contributes regularly to Nerdophiles, Outright Geekery, Cinema Blend, and The Mary Sue, just to name a few. Our favorite writings of this Lady Geek include the five characters she’d invite to her Thanksgiving table, when she showed us the First Look at Katie Cassidy as the Black Canary (beware: Arrow spoilers in that link!), and all of her recaps of The Walking Dead.
So, thinking of becoming a freelance writer but need some advice to jumpstart your career? Wondering what Kendall would title her memoir? Read on!
Q: How did you discover your passion for writing?
A: I’ve always loved writing. I honestly don’t remember a time where I didn’t love it. I’ve never been great at expressing my emotions verbally, so I think I just naturally gravitated towards journaling, and that kind of mushroom clouded into a love of writing in general.
Q: What’s your advice for fellow lady geeks considering a career in freelance writing?
A: Make yourself available, and be willing to work hard. Freelance writing is a tough gig. When you are just starting out, it can be frustrating to find a ton of exciting—but unpaid—opportunities. Just keep working, keep building your writing portfolio, and keep networking with other writers and editors. Your hard work will pay off!
Q: If you could take any fictional character out for a drink, whom would you choose and what would you drink?
A: Leslie Knope. I’d love to get to talk to her about random life and career stuff. I feel like she’d be fun and supportive. What would I drink? Depending where we went to get a drink (bar or coffee shop), I’d either drink a chai latte or a hard cider. Love both of those drinks!
Q: What would you tell your 13-year-old self?
A: I was (and still can be) a super perfectionist who was very concerned about the opinions of others. So I’d tell myself to not be so stressed out about making everyone else happy, and to go easy on yourself. It’s okay to pursue your passions, and it’s okay to have no clue what you want in your future. Just focus on doing your best right now.
Q: What’s the title of your memoir?
A: “It Sounded Better In My Head”
Emma Bauer is a Being Geek Chic Contributor. Clearly, she’s got great taste. She is a PR enthusiast, dog lover, tea drinker, art appreciator, and of course, aspires to Be Geek Chic. Follow her on Twitter: @emmalynnbauer
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