Bedside Quote by Mary Roach
“One of the maddening ironies of writing books is that it leaves so little time for reading others'. My bedside is piled with books, but it's duty reading: books for book research, books for review. The ones I pine for are off on a shelf downstairs.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Mary Roach on Writing, 2015
Writing books consumes time, leaving little for reading, especially for pleasure; professional reading dominates.
In simple terms: Writing leaves little time for reading for pleasure.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize reading for enjoyment alongside work.
Themes
writing
time management
reading
creative work
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- author schedule
- research
- leisure reading
- personal development
Key Concepts
Opportunity cost
intellectual fulfillment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can writers schedule pleasure reading?
- What benefits arise from reading for joy?
A Different Perspective
Balancing professional and personal reading is challenging.
