Book Quote by Laura Hillenbrand
“Books on horse racing subjects have never done well, and I am told that publishers had come to think of them as the literary version of box office poison”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author interview, 2015, Publishers Weekly
Books about horse racing are perceived as commercially risky and have poor sales histories.
In simple terms: Horse racing books are seen as box office poison.
Avoid niche topics with low market appeal.
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When to use this quote
- publisher decisions
- author marketing strategies
- bookstore stocking
- literary awards
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can authors make niche subjects appealing?
- What marketing tactics overcome perceived risk?
Niche subjects can succeed with targeted audiences.