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“I think that's just what happens when you write a big bestseller. After that you need to find out: What's the best way to go on? And the worst thing you could do would be to try to repeat the formula. That would be suffocating.” quote by Daniel Kehlmann
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“I think that's just what happens when you write a big bestseller. After that you need to find out: What's the best way to go on? And the worst thing you could do would be to try to repeat the formula. That would be suffocating.”

Daniel Kehlmann

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Guardian, 2022

Success creates pressure to replicate, but repetition stifles creativity and growth.

In simple terms: Repeating a hit limits new ideas.

Key Takeaway

Seek fresh directions after success.

Themes

creativity success innovation

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

advice creative

When to use this quote

  • author interviews
  • publishing decisions
  • career planning
  • creative workshops

Key Concepts

artistic integrity risk taking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance audience expectations with artistic evolution?
  • What new challenges can you set for yourself?
A Different Perspective

Repeating formula may still yield short‑term gains but harms long‑term development.

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