Skip to content

Able Quote by Harlan Coben

“I am very lucky that I get to tell stories for a living. I love being able to grab people's attention, to keep them turning the pages, to make them stay awake all night.” quote by Harlan Coben
Download Open image
“I am very lucky that I get to tell stories for a living. I love being able to grab people's attention, to keep them turning the pages, to make them stay awake all night.”

Harlan Coben

About This Quote

Source Interview: Author Talk, 2022

Storytelling is a privilege that fuels passion for engaging readers through suspense.

In simple terms: Telling stories is a lucky, exciting job.

Key Takeaway

Cherish the chance to captivate readers.

Themes

writing storytelling passion engagement creativity

Mood

enthusiastic focused

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • novel writing
  • public speaking
  • content marketing

Key Concepts

narrative craft attention economics night‑time focus

Questions to Reflect On

  • What story elements keep you most engaged?
  • How do you balance suspense with clarity?
A Different Perspective

The pressure to keep audiences awake can lead to burnout.

2.4 out of 5 (5 ratings)

More by Harlan Coben

Explore all 351 Harlan Coben quotes

More Able quotes

Browse all 17,257 Able quotes