I have been writing since about the age 10. Bit of a goofball, a big fantasy/sci-fi lover but also like a splash of comedy and at times darker themes along with controversial themes. I am a Gen-X'er too and I'm not all that noble of a writer-- I quit chasing after the golden chalice of the traditional market which I see as rigged as Hollywood is and I'm not waiting for that market to brand my work.  I write and get my stuff out on the net and let the chips fall where they may at this point.