Quote by Stephen King

If you wrote something for which someone sent you a cheque, if you cashed the cheque and it didn't bounce, and if you then paid the light bill with the money, I consider you talented.

If you wrote something for which someone sent you a cheque,

Summary

This quote implies that the true measure of talent lies in being able to successfully monetize one's creative work. If someone is able to write something that is appreciated enough to receive payment for it, and then responsibly manages that income by using it to cover practical expenses like paying bills, their talent is validated. It speaks to the idea that talent alone is not enough; being able to turn creativity into something that sustains and supports one's life signifies a level of skill and ability.

By Stephen King

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