Books Quote by Arundhati Roy
“I've never been that person who thought that because I've written one novel, I should write another and another. It's only when there was another novel to write that I was going to write another.”
About This Quote
Creativity is driven by genuine inspiration, not by a quota of works; one writes only when a new story compels them.
In simple terms: Write when inspiration strikes, not out of obligation.
Key Takeaway
Quality over quantity in artistic output.
Themes
creativity
authenticity
motivation
artistic integrity
inspiration
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
determined
Type
advice
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- facing writer's block
- planning a series
- evaluating a manuscript
- deciding to start a new project
Key Concepts
creative process
authorial intent
self-imposed pressure
Practical Applications
- guiding writers to assess genuine ideas
- helping editors prioritize compelling submissions
Questions to Reflect On
- What signals that a story truly needs to be told?
- How can one balance personal standards with external expectations?
![“From the beginning [of the Lincoln in the Bardo], I actually had it in mind not to write a novel. I'd kind of gotten past that point where I felt bad for never having written a novel, even to where I felt really good about it, like I was a real purist.” quote by George Saunders](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/843/george-saunders-317_books_from-the-beginning-of-the-lincoln-in-the_3136511.jpg)
