Understanding the Author's Perspective

The speaker reflects on the experience of writing a book over several years and the surprise and excitement of receiving reviews. They express gratitude towards readers, regardless of whether the reviews are positive or negative. The speaker is still in a phase of excitement and astonishment that others are reading their work, and they speculate on how their emotional responses might change in the future. Overall, the experience is described as strange yet thrilling.

How did the author feel about not discussing their book during the writing process?

• They were indifferent.

• They felt relieved.

• They felt it was a missed opportunity.

• They were surprised and excited by the reviews.

What is the author's reaction to others reading their work?

• They feel indifferent.

• They feel anxious.

• They are astonished.

• They are disappointed.

How does the author feel about receiving feedback on their book?

• They dislike all feedback.

• They are grateful for any feedback.

• They only appreciate positive feedback.

• They are indifferent to feedback.

What does the author anticipate about their future reactions to reviews?

• They will always be excited.

• They might become bitter or angry.

• They will only read positive reviews.

• They will stop reading reviews.

What is the author's current emotional state regarding their book being read?

• They are anxious.

• They are excited.

• They are indifferent.

• They are disappointed.

How does the author describe the idea of others reading their work?

• As a common occurrence.

• As a strange idea.

• As an expected outcome.

• As a disappointing experience.