I cannot say that I don't disagree with you.
Practically everybody in New York has half a mind to write a book, and does.
But what makes wage slaves? Wages!
Money cannot buy you happiness, and happiness cannot buy you money. That might be a wise crack, but I doubt it.
No man goes before his time - unless the boss leaves early.
Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read.