Book Quote by Jonathan Franzen
“I was unwise enough to actually mention this in public a few times, and in fact to point out that there were two versions of the book now. One of them had somebody else's name on the cover, one had my name on the cover.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Literary Talk, 2019
The author mistakenly publicized a book with two different covers, one bearing another's name.
In simple terms: Mistakenly promoted a book with two covers, one with another's name.
Key Takeaway
Check details before public statements.
Themes
publishing
identity
error
Mood
apologetic
cautious
Type
personal
professional
When to use this quote
- book launch
- media interview
- public relations
- copyright
Key Concepts
branding
authorial credit
Questions to Reflect On
- How did the mistake affect the book's reception?
- What steps prevent such errors?
A Different Perspective
Such errors can damage credibility.
