The interviewer is interested in knowing what drives you to be a writer. A career as a writer can seem glamorous, but the truth is, there are long hours chained to your computer, studying topics that may be of zero interest to you, or mastering topics so complicated that they make your eyes cross. Being a writer can be a highly secluded and independent career, depending on the setting in which you work. Show the interviewer you are aware of the ups and downs associated with a job in writing but also explain what genuinely drives you, even on the more challenging days.

"What I enjoy most about writing is that my fuel is creativity, reading, and research. How many people get to learn while earning a living? In return, as a writer, I get to educate others. It truly is an honor."