Book Quote by Roger Kahn
““You need that pride in yourself, as well as a sense, when you are sitting on Page 297 of a book, that the book is going to be read, that somebody is going to care. You can't ever be sure about that, but you need the sense that it's important, that it's not typing; it's writing.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sports Illustrated, 1970s
Writing requires confidence that your words matter, not just typing; it’s about creating something with purpose.
In simple terms: Writing needs purpose, not just typing.
Key Takeaway
Write with intention.
Themes
creativity
purpose
writing
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- authoring a novel
- blogging
- academic paper
- personal journal
- speech writing
Key Concepts
self‑efficacy
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you know your words matter?
- What purpose drives your writing?
A Different Perspective
You may doubt impact, but purpose can be self‑generated.
