Book Quote by Bob Colacello
“Well, it wasn't really a decision on my part although you always hope as an author that a book that goes out of print somehow winds up back in print. These days publishers like to put out-of-print books into e-book form, but I really wanted to do an update.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 2020
Authors desire their out‑of‑print works to be revived, preferably with updates, rather than just digitized.
In simple terms: Writers want old books refreshed, not merely converted to e‑books.
Key Takeaway
Seek ways to revise and republish older works.
Themes
authorship
publishing
revival
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- re‑issues
- author updates
- digital archives
- publishing contracts
Key Concepts
literary legacy
digital conversion
authorial control
Questions to Reflect On
- How can authors negotiate update rights?
- What value does a revised edition add?
A Different Perspective
Publishers may prioritize profit over creative revisions.
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