I do that a lot of authors still do not do is allow people…
“I do that a lot of authors still do not do is allow people to write directly to me. I get about 50 fan letters a day, and I answer every single one of them myself. It takes a lot of time and sometimes it's a pain in the neck and I answer the same questions over and over. But the truth is these people come to my readings clutching these letters saying, "You wrote me back. I can't believe you wrote me back", and I think it really means a lot for them to know that the author values them just as much as they value the author.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The author values readers by personally responding to fan letters, creating a strong connection despite the workload.
In simple terms: Authors should reply personally to fans.
Key Takeaway
Reply personally to build loyalty.
Themes
connection
appreciation
authenticity
Mood
grateful
hopeful
Type
inspirational
personal
When to use this quote
- author events
- social media
- customer service
Key Concepts
fan engagement
personal touch
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal reply affect fan loyalty?
- Can this be scaled?
A Different Perspective
Time consuming and repetitive; may limit scalability.