The benefits of books include the tangible nature of the medium, the anticipation for the next installment of a series, and the communal experience of reading together. The speaker is satisfied with this book being potentially the last one they write.
The notion of attachment can be viewed positively and negatively, and it's essential to create healthy attachments while avoiding the negative ones. Embracing things that most people aren't doing is the key to progress and success.
Author Neil Gaiman expresses pride in his latest book, feeling it would be an acceptable final work. He also comments on the unique experience of sharing a physical book with others, as opposed to electronic media.