I survived 20 years by drawing cute things

What happens if you do something you like and do it consistently for a long time

Book Introduction

Do you remember the bestsellers "Poem Toon" from 2002 and "Pea" from 2003? Whether you're a long-time reader or new to these works, this book offers a well-being survival story by the author, Ferrytail (Jeong Heon-jae). With a career spanning over 20 years in drawing, writing, and singing, Ferrytail addresses the question many asked him two decades ago: "Can you make a living by doing that?"

Having published a total of 36 books, developed apps, and run a character business, Ferrytail's creative routine serves as a universal blueprint for longevity in the creative field. This book explores his journey through trials and triumphs, offering insights into how to build a sustainable life around what you love.

Publisher Book Review

"Fly not too high" is the mantra that has guided Ferrytail through his career. This book contains 60 stories that, despite dealing with life's hardships, offer a sense of warmth and calm. It's a testament to Ferrytail's ability to control the "height" of his life, ensuring he neither soars too high to crash nor flies too low to tire.

Table of Contents

Prologue: "I survived anyway"

Chapter 1: The Familiar Yet Mysterious Characters

• Born in the 80s, Who Are You Really?
• Paintings That Make Money, Paintings That Don't
• The Start of a Cute Day is Surprisingly Simple
• ...

Chapter 2: The Attitude of Drinking Life Like Coffee

• How Are You Going to Sell Your Book?
• Move Away from Mistakes
• Temperature of Attitude
• ...

Chapter 3: Cute Every Day with Small but Precious Furballs

• Big Brother's Aladdin Shoes
• After That, I Never Fell While Walking
• We Are the Ones Who See Our Own Rainbow
• ...

Chapter 4: Living Like That

• My Future Self Saves My Past Self
• About My Wasted Time
• Things That Can Only Be Done Then
• ...

Epilogue: Uneasy but Okay Days, My Pretty Good Triangle

Recommendations

1. Footprints Drawn One by One, the Power of Consistent Improvement
2. Survived in a Good and Kind Way

Acknowledgments

From the Text

Ferrytail's journey began 20 years ago, and it feels as fresh today as it did back then. His guiding principle? "Fly not too high." This book serves as a testament to his enduring creative spirit.