I never set out to become 'famous.' I mean, when you're 14 you think 'I'm gonna become a writer and people will want my autograph and that'll be cool,' but you grow up and you learn that's just not how the world works. I resigned myself to the fact that I would probably never be published and if I did it probably wouldn't be a big deal.

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In this quote, the individual reflects on their childhood dreams of fame and recognition as a writer. However, they recognize that as they matured, they understood the realities of the world and realized that achieving fame as a writer is unlikely. They reluctantly accepted the possibility of never being published or, if they were, it wouldn't make a significant impact. This quote highlights the journey from naive aspirations to a more grounded understanding of the challenges and expectations that come with pursuing artistic passions.

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