By subscribing to Inspiring Quotes you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Japanese novelist Haruki Murakami’s advice here, from his 2005 book "Kafka on the Shore," reflects his own experience in life. Murakami was at a baseball game in 1978 when a slugger came up to bat. The player hit a double, and at that very moment, Murakami was inspired to write his first novel. He started it as soon as he got home that night, and today Murakami is an internationally acclaimed, bestselling author. He didn’t go to that game thinking about writing a book, though; it was an unexpected result. We can follow his lead by continually getting out and experiencing life — you never know when inspiration will strike.
13 Hilariously Relatable Quotes From ‘Garfield’
14 Sunshiny Quotes To Warm Your Days
15 Quotes About the Unbreakable Bonds Among Women
8 Quotes From the Trailblazing Women of the Civil Rights Movement
50 Quotes From 50 of the Funniest People of All Time
14 Heartwarming Quotes From ‘The Great British Bake Off’
8 Quotes To Inspire You To Be a Gracious Winner
Our Top 23 Quotes of 2023
12 Quotes on What Makes a Society Strong
Quotes To Help You Tap Into Your Inner Strength
The Most Romantic Song Lyrics Ever Written