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“Which is a wonderful irony, I have property there. I go back every chance I get. One of the main reasons I actually wrote the book, agreed to write it having never wanted to do that in my life, very intimidating by the way to write a book.” quote by Sela Ward
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“Which is a wonderful irony, I have property there. I go back every chance I get. One of the main reasons I actually wrote the book, agreed to write it having never wanted to do that in my life, very intimidating by the way to write a book.”

Sela Ward

About This Quote

Source Interview: Television interview, 2005

The speaker expresses paradoxical affection for a place she owns, returning often despite initial intimidation of writing a book about it.

In simple terms: She loves a place she owns and keeps returning, even though writing about it felt daunting.

Key Takeaway

Embrace places you love, despite fear.

Themes

affection paradox creativity

Mood

reflective nostalgic

Type

personal inspirational

When to use this quote

  • travel
  • homecoming
  • authorial process
  • overcoming fear

Key Concepts

ownership self‑discovery writing challenges

Questions to Reflect On

  • What draws you back to familiar places?
  • How do you face intimidation in creative work?
A Different Perspective

Writing can amplify anxiety about personal topics.

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