Book Quote by Eric Sykes
“I asked my publisher what would happen if he sold all the copies of my book he'd printed. He said 'I'll just print another ten'.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC Radio, 1970
The publisher’s response shows endless supply; when one batch sells, another follows, illustrating relentless demand.
In simple terms: Publishers keep printing as long as there’s demand.
Recognize market appetite and adapt supply.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- book publishing
- product launch
- sales strategy
- inventory management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is there a limit to how much you should produce?
- How do you gauge true demand?
Overproduction can lead to waste if demand wanes.