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The more sins you confess, the more books you will sell.

The more sins you confess, the more books you will sell.

Summary

This quote suggests that in the context of selling books, confessing to controversial actions or admitting your flaws will attract attention and garner more interest from readers. It emphasizes the idea that scandalous or provocative content can generate curiosity and curiosity sells. By openly acknowledging one's sins or misconduct, the author establishes a sense of authenticity and vulnerability, which may drum up curiosity and boost book sales.

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