Quote by S. E. Hinton

I have no idea why I write. The old standards are: I like to express my feelings, stretch my imagination, earn money.

I have no idea why I write. The old standards are: I like to

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This quote expresses the author's uncertainty about their motivation for writing. They admit that they do not fully understand why they engage in this activity. However, they mention three possible reasons as the "old standards" â€” to express their emotions, to fuel their creativity, and to generate income. Despite not having a clear answer, these motivations serve as popular and commonly acknowledged driving forces for many writers.

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