More books have resulted from somebody's need to write than from anybody's need to read.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker observes that more books are written from a need to write than from a need to read.
- In plain terms
- Writing is driven more by the writer’s urge than readers’ demand.
- What can you take from it?
- Create for the act of creation, not just audience expectations.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What motivates your writing?
- How do you balance personal drive with audience interest?
Another view
Readers’ needs still shape publishing success.
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