Book Quote by Jarod Kintz
““I want to publish a book on toilet paper—not only about toilet paper, but actually print it on toilet paper. That way nobody will be surprised by how shitty my book is.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on Creative Writing, 2023
A self‑deprecating joke about publishing a low‑quality book on a low‑quality medium to set expectations.
In simple terms: Joking that the book will be terrible and printed on toilet paper.
Key Takeaway
Embrace honesty and humor about your work’s flaws.
Themes
self‑deprecation
creativity
expectations
Mood
witty
self‑aware
Type
satirical
creative
When to use this quote
- marketing pitches
- creative brainstorming
- product launches
Key Concepts
meta‑humor
publishing
product design
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this say about your confidence?
- How can humor protect against criticism?
A Different Perspective
Risk of alienating audience if taken too seriously.
