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Starting Writing at College Paper
- Chuck Klosterman started writing professionally at his college newspaper where he was surprised they paid writers.
- He covered football to attend games and quickly became an editor, enjoying the blend of skill and passion.
Selling Out as Integrity Loss
- Selling out in the 90s meant losing integrity by seeking approval from outsiders, not just money.
- True integrity meant making art only for your peers, not shifting to appeal to strangers.
Early Book Success Struggles
- Klosterman's early books had modest success, with advances starting at $25,000.
- The unexpected success of Sex, Drugs and Cocoa Puffs changed his life but brought intense scrutiny and paranoia.