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“I think that most of my writer friends are really compulsive. I think that's great. It's wonderful for them. It's just not my bag. It's not the way I work. But again, it's probably why my friend has ten books out and I have two.” quote by Junot Diaz
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“I think that most of my writer friends are really compulsive. I think that's great. It's wonderful for them. It's just not my bag. It's not the way I work. But again, it's probably why my friend has ten books out and I have two.”

Junot Diaz

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2015

The speaker notes that compulsive writers are productive, but that style doesn't suit them, highlighting personal workflow differences.

In simple terms: Compulsive writers are productive but not for everyone.

Key Takeaway

Accept your own creative process.

Themes

creativity productivity individuality

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

advice personal

When to use this quote

  • author meetings
  • personal productivity
  • creative collaboration
  • self‑assessment

Key Concepts

writing style motivation personal rhythm

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your workflow affect your output?
  • Do you value speed over depth?
A Different Perspective

Not all high output stems from compulsion; quality varies.

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