“ ‘As things stand now, I am going to be a writer. I’m not sure that I’m going to be a good one or even a self-supporting one, but until the dark thumb of fate presses me to the dust and says ‘you are nothing,’ I will be a writer.’”

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's determination and commitment to pursue a career as a writer, despite uncertainties and potential challenges. They acknowledge that they may not be successful or financially stable in this path, but they are resolved to continue writing until circumstances force them to stop. It reflects their passion for writing and their refusal to let fate or negative circumstances define their identity as a writer.