Camera Shy

“Sooner or later, you’re going to have to turn the camera on yourself.” I was at one of the professional development seminars Penguin Random House runs for its authors, and the young, best-selling self-help writer was giving advice on how to start a Substack, of all things. Can I tell you I was slightly horrified?

I didn’t think she was wrong; in fact, I was quite sure she was right. It’s just that I don’t like having my picture taken; don’t love selfies. Generally speaking, I’d rather show you ...