Quote You see, unlike in the movies, there is no THE...

“You see, unlike in the movies, there is no THE END sign flashing at the end of books. When I've read a book, I don't feel like I've finished anything. So I start a new one.” - Elif Shafak

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Have you ever noticed how in movies, there's always a dramatic moment when the screen fades to black and a bold, capitalized THE END sign flashes across the screen? It's a clear signal that the story has come to a close, leaving viewers with a sense of finality and closure.

But in real life, and especially in the world of books, things are not so neatly wrapped up. When you reach the last page of a book, there is no flashing sign to tell you that it's over. Instead, you're left with a feeling of wanting more, of not being quite ready to say goodbye to the characters and the world you've come to know.

For some people, this lack of closure might feel frustrating or unsatisfying. But for others, like the person who shared this quote, it's actually a source of inspiration and motivation.

Because when you finish a book and you don't feel like you've truly finished anything, it means that there are endless possibilities waiting for you. It means that there are countless other stories out there just waiting to be discovered, each one offering a new adventure, a new perspective, a new escape.

So instead of dwelling on the fact that the book has come to an end, this person chooses to see it as an opportunity to start something new. To dive into a fresh story, to meet new characters, to explore new worlds.

It's a reminder that the end of one book is not the end of the journey. It's just a stepping stone to the next chapter, the next adventure, the next opportunity to get lost in a story and emerge changed on the other side.

So the next time you reach the end of a book and feel that familiar pang of sadness that it's over, remember that there is no THE END sign flashing at the end of books. There is only the promise of a new beginning, a new story waiting to be told.




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