Quote by Doris Lessing

I wanted to highlight that whole dreadful process in book publishing that 'nothing succeeds like success.'

I wanted to highlight that whole dreadful process in book pu

Summary

This quote suggests that the book publishing industry operates on the belief that success breeds more success. It implies that books that have achieved popularity or critical acclaim are more likely to be recommended, promoted, and favored by publishers. In this context, success becomes a prerequisite for further success, possibly overshadowing the quality or merit of lesser-known or debut works. The quote criticizes the industry for favoring established authors or books with a proven track record, potentially hindering new voices from being heard and recognized.

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By Doris Lessing

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