Ask me Quote by Michael Chabon
“For me, the goal is always to write a novel that I myself would like to read. People frequently ask me what my favorite book is, and in effect, there's always a capital-F Favorite, capital-B Book that I would like to write myself someday. I try to go for that ideal of writing the best, most entertaining, most beautifully written book that I possibly can.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, “Michael Chabon on Writing”, 2015
He aims to create a book that satisfies his own tastes, setting a personal standard for quality and enjoyment.
In simple terms: Write what you would love to read.
Key Takeaway
Set personal standards for your work.
Themes
creativity
self‑direction
quality
literary ambition
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
aspirational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- drafting a novel
- selecting a manuscript to evaluating personal taste
- setting creative goals
Key Concepts
authorial voice
personal ideal
reader empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- What book would you write for yourself?
- How does personal taste shape your creative process?
A Different Perspective
May limit market appeal if personal taste diverges from audience preferences.
