Writers are frequently asked why they wrote their first book. A more interesting answer might come from asking them why they wrote their second one.
“There isn't a single windmill owner in Holland who doesn't have a second job, for when there is no wind.”
“I wanted to be a Priest at one point. I was pretty religious. I was an altar boy, and I was good at it. Then, I started meeting girls and I'm like 'You know, maybe I shouldn't be a Priest.'”