This sounds corny, but I once told a kid when I was in a…
“This sounds corny, but I once told a kid when I was in a the library conference, the best - not the best, what I really hope for is that someday 20, 30 years from now, some kid, 12-year-old, 15-year-old, in Des Moines will be going through the stacks, if they have stacks anymore - they probably won't - and find a book of mine and get something from it.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A writer hopes future readers will discover his work and be inspired.
In simple terms: Future readers may find value in old books.
Key Takeaway
Write works that endure.
Themes
legacy
education
inspiration
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- publishing
- archiving
- library preservation
Key Concepts
literature
impact
Questions to Reflect On
- What lasting impact do you want your work to have?
- How can you ensure your ideas survive?
A Different Perspective
Books may be lost or forgotten.