Quote by John Cheever

I can't write without a reader. It's precisely like a kiss - you can't do it alone.

I can't write without a reader. It's precisely like a kiss -

Summary

This quote highlights the interconnection between a writer and their audience. It suggests that writing, similar to a kiss, requires the active participation of both parties involved. Just as a kiss is a shared experience between two people, writing is meant to be read and understood by someone else. The presence of a reader is deemed essential for a writer to effectively communicate their thoughts, emotions, and ideas. Without a reader, the act of writing can feel incomplete or devoid of purpose.

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By John Cheever

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