Any Quote by Gregg Allman
“I really told my story as I saw it in 'Cross to Bear,' and I was pleased - and a bit surprised - by how well it was received and how it sold. No. 2 on the 'New York Times' bestseller list? I'll take that any day, my man!”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1975
The author recounts surprise at his memoir's commercial success and bestseller ranking.
In simple terms: His story was well received and hit bestseller list.
Key Takeaway
Embrace authentic storytelling.
Themes
authenticity
success
humility
Mood
proud
reflective
Type
personal
celebratory
When to use this quote
- marketing
- publishing
- media interviews
Key Concepts
Literary fame
public reception
personal narrative
Questions to Reflect On
- What does success mean to you?
- How does authenticity affect reception?
A Different Perspective
Success can be fleeting; fame may not reflect personal fulfillment.
![“I think it was simply word of mouth that made it a New York Times bestseller for more than 60 weeks, over a year. People being moved and changed and transformed by the book [ One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are] and wanting to share that with hurting people all around them.” quote by Ann Voskamp](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6a9/ann-voskamp-729_book_i-think-it-was-simply-word-of-mouth-that_1834388.jpg)
