Books Quote by John Brandon
“I don't think about the reader in any conscious way that impacts the writing, as far as, Hey, most readers would like this! But at the same time, if it were presented to me: "John, you're going to write a novel. It's going to take you a few years. When you're done with it, there's a law that no one's allowed to read it." I don't think I would write it. I want someone to read it!”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author interview, 2020, published in The Guardian
The author writes without consciously tailoring to readers, but would be discouraged if his work were unreadable.
In simple terms: Writes for readers, but needs an audience.
Key Takeaway
Create work that invites readers.
Themes
creativity
audience
motivation
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
personal
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing a novel
- publishing
- marketing
- literary criticism
Key Concepts
authorial intent
reader relationship
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you write for yourself or for an audience?
- What would happen if no one read your work?
A Different Perspective
If readers never engage, the writer may lose purpose.
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