Reddit reviews "So What Are You Going to Do with That?": Finding Careers Outside Academia
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You might find this book helpful, it's about finding careers outside of Academia.
Lots of exciting possibilities! The question, I think, is what is most important to you. Creative writing could happen in -- and be informed by -- any of the contexts you mentioned.
At the risk of sounding like a truly terrible cliche, I think you should follow your heart. I've seen too many people do what they thought they were "supposed to" do and waste years they could have been spending on what they really enjoy.
It couldn't hurt to chat with folks who do all of the things you mentioned -- entering a PhD program in particular, as that can be an expensive and daunting undertaking with no guarantee of a job at the end in certain fields.
You may enjoy browsing through the book So What Are You Going to Do With That? (http://www.amazon.com/What-Are-You-Going-That/dp/0226038823/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1255390727&sr=8-1) It was written for people with PhDs who want to switch gears, but there may be parts that are interesting for you as well.
Additionally, I would suggest using this book: http://www.amazon.com/What-Are-You-Going-That/dp/0226038823/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1422121402&sr=1-1&keywords=so+what+are+you+going+to+do+with+that
It can help you navigate the transition from academic--> corporate. Additionally, What Color Is Your Parachute is another good choice--cheesy as it is, working through the "Flower" exercise really helped me to be precise about what I wanted--and subsequently, it really helped me out while I was networking.