Book Quote by Austin Kleon
““Always be reading. Go to the library. There’s magic in being surrounded by books. Get lost in the stacks. Read bibliographies. It’s not the book you start with, it’s the book that book leads you to. Collect books, even if you don’t plan on reading them right away. Filmmaker John Waters has said, “Nothing is more important than an unread library.” Don’t worry about doing research. Just search.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon, 2012
Reading and surrounding yourself with books creates inspiration, discovery, and a personal library that fuels creativity.
In simple terms: Books inspire and connect ideas.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate a habit of reading and collecting books.
Themes
creativity
learning
inspiration
Mood
enthusiastic
reflective
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- writing
- research
- personal growth
- creative projects
- academic study
Key Concepts
bibliophilia
curiosity
networking
Questions to Reflect On
- How does a physical library affect your creative process?
- What book has unexpectedly changed your perspective?
A Different Perspective
Collecting books without reading them may lead to clutter and wasted resources.
