Excerpt - Cristman

Here is an excerpt for the upcoming second novel - Entitled "Cristman"


Cristman Concepts had been his second interview after college – his first had been with Singer Associates Advertising. Singer Associates was the largest and most well-known firm in the Pacific Northwest and the place where every mentor in college had told him to apply.

Jessie remembered the interview as if it was a week ago, and not a year.

Mr. Singer himself had met with Jessie and asked him to sit down in front of a large window and huge desk. The sunshine was blinding Jessie and yet Mr. Singer did not move or close the blind to begin his questioning.
“Well your resume and references are excellent Mr. Stevens. May I call you Jessie?”
“Of course Mr. Singer, and thank you.”
“Now, can you give me some details about your career goals and what you enjoy about advertising?”
“Well, “Jessie thought for a moment, “In my last few years of internships, I was fortunate enough to work on a variety of projects - everything from lawn equipment and beer marketing to shoe and pet stores. They all offered something new and exciting in their focus, but I have to admit my favorite and most inspired work happened in areas focusing on social awareness.
I worked on the HRC Sponsors dinner last year – helping organize the dinner and getting table sponsor and captains, it was an incredible event and uniquely fulfilling.” Jessie did his best to control his rate of speech and enthusiasm.
“HRC?” Mr Singer looked blankly at Jessie.
“Yes, the Human Rights Campaign.”
“Oh.” Mr. Singer shifted slightly in his seat. “Isn’t that a lobbying group for,” he swallowed noticeably before getting the last words out, “gay interests?”
“Yes.” Jessie made full eye contact now. “It does an amazing job of educating and organizing supporters of GBLT issues, but it is especially effective in areas of equal rights and anti-bullying initiatives in the US and throughout the world.” Jessie waited for Mr. Singer to continue with the interview. After a long pause, Jessie cleared his throat. “Did you have more questions for me Mr. Singer?”
The pause continued and Jessie sensed disapproval. His irritation took hold - close-minded people immediately pushed his buttons. Jessie mumbled under his breath. “It’s always the same, conservative men with small minds holding positions of power.” Jessie stood to leave. “Well Mr. Singer, thank you for your time. I can tell that this probably isn’t the right work environment in which to learn and grow as an advertising person. I wish you and your company the best of luck,”
Jim Singer sat motionless, stunned by Jessie's candor.
“Have a good day.” Jessie bowed as he left the office and then flipped off the closed double-doors with all of his might before he headed for the elevator.

Fifteen minutes later, he had his interview with Cristman Concepts scheduled.



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