Able Quote by Mary Kay Andrews
“Many years ago I had two small children, and I wanted to be able to be home when they got home from school. And I didn't like the direction journalism was taking. I thought if I could write books, I could work at home and have the best of both worlds. I wrote my first mystery while still working full time, and it didn't sell, but the next one did sell, so I quit my job for the world of fiction. Scary, but I've never regretted it for a single day.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author interview, 2015, published in Writer's Digest
The author left a traditional journalism career to pursue fiction writing, seeking work‑life balance and creative freedom, despite early setbacks.
In simple terms: She quit her job to write novels for home life and..
Key Takeaway
Choose work that aligns with personal values and goals.
Themes
career change
creative risk
work‑life balance
authorpreneurship
determination
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
inspirational
motivational
When to use this quote
- writing a novel
- leaving a corporate job
- balancing parenting and career
- overcoming early rejection
Key Concepts
entrepreneurship
creative autonomy
risk taking
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you sacrifice for creative freedom?
- How do you measure success beyond sales?
A Different Perspective
Success may depend on market timing and financial stability.
