Books Quote by Maxine Hong Kingston
““This is the most important thing about me--I'm a card-carrying reader. All I really want to do is sit and read or lie down and read or eat and read or shit and read. I'm a trained reader. I want a job where I get paid for reading books. And I don't have to make reports on what I read or to apply what I read.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Woman Warrior, Maxine Hong Kingston, 1976
She values reading above all work, seeking a job that pays solely for reading without reporting or application.
In simple terms: She wants a job that pays just for reading.
Key Takeaway
Find work that aligns with your passion for reading.
Themes
passion
career
reading
literature
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
career
aspirational
When to use this quote
- library jobs
- book reviewer
- academic research
- content curator
- literary critic
Key Concepts
intrinsic motivation
literary devotion
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you monetize a pure reading habit?
- What non‑reading tasks could complement this passion?
A Different Perspective
May limit practical skill development and income stability.
