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“The hardest thing in the world for a writer is to amass a readership. So many good books come out, and so many good books disappear.” quote by Patrick deWitt
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“The hardest thing in the world for a writer is to amass a readership. So many good books come out, and so many good books disappear.”

Patrick deWitt

About This Quote

Source Interview: Writer's Forum, 2019

He notes the difficulty of gaining readers, as many good books are lost amid competition.

In simple terms: Finding an audience is hard.

Key Takeaway

Focus on building a loyal readership.

Themes

literature visibility competition

Mood

pragmatic optimistic

Type

business motivational

When to use this quote

  • book launches
  • social media promotion
  • author branding

Key Concepts

marketing publishing industry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you stand out in a crowded market?
  • What strategies attract readers?
A Different Perspective

Quality alone may not guarantee success.

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