I apparently forgot to reply to this.

These things could be worth untold numbers of feathery raptors on said black market.

And here I thought Silk Road was closed ;<)

All kidding aside, I'm really happy for you, as I once wanted to be an author and write "The Great American Novel" but life got in the way so I get to live this unmet goal through you. Godspeed! :)

It's not too late, yet. I believe you're still fairly young ;<)

Happy to inspire you buddy! :<)