Quote by Kazuo Ishiguro

Screenplays I didn't really care about, journalism, travel books, getting my writer friends to write about their dreams or something. I just determined to write the books I had to write.

Screenplays I didn't really care about, journalism, travel b

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In this quote, the speaker expresses a focused and determined approach to their writing. They state that instead of getting involved in screenplays, journalism, or other writing endeavors, they were committed to solely writing the books that felt necessary for them to create. This suggests a prioritization of personal creative expression and a deliberate choice to stay true to their unique writing voice and vision, disregarding other potential writing opportunities that did not align with their inner calling.

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