“I write for the reader who wants to escape.”
What this quote means
This line reveals the author's primary mission: to offer an escape. In a world often weighed down, the reader seeks an exit, a moment of lightness or adventure. Writing for that reader means acknowledging that literature also has the power to transport, to make us forget the daily grind. It applies to anyone who, through reading, seeks respite, a breath of fresh air.
How to apply it daily
Pick a book that takes you far from your daily routine, with no other goal than the pleasure of escape, and give yourself an hour to dive in.
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