Force Quote by Augusten Burroughs
“There's a lot about being "A Writer" that has nothing to do with writing. That's one thing I've discovered. You've got to meet with the sales force, and you've got to have all these luncheons, and be gracious, and you've got to give a lot of presentations and you've got to give a lot of speeches, and you've got to be on tour.”
About This Quote
Source Memoir: Dry by Augusten Burroughs, 2003
Being a writer involves extensive promotion, networking, and public speaking beyond the act of writing.
In simple terms: Writing includes many non‑writing duties.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the full professional role.
Themes
career
marketing
public speaking
Mood
pragmatic
reflective
Type
professional
strategic
When to use this quote
- book tours
- media interviews
- conference presentations
- workshop facilitation
Key Concepts
Brand building
networking
author platform
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance writing and promotion?
- What strategies improve author visibility?
A Different Perspective
Focusing too much on promotion can dilute creative time.
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