Quote by V. S. Naipaul

I'm the kind of writer that people think other people are reading.

I'm the kind of writer that people think other people are re

Summary

This quote suggests that the author believes their writing is influential and appreciated by others, even though it may not necessarily be the case. They imply that their work creates an illusion, giving the impression that others are reading and appreciating their writing when in reality, they might not be. It highlights the desire for recognition and the perception of one's own success in the eyes of others in the realm of writing.

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By V. S. Naipaul

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