According to Sai Baba, what was the author's true role in the creation of his life story, and what was required of him?

In Chapter 2, Sai Baba clarifies that the writer's role was to be a mere instrument or pretext for a divine work. Baba stated, "He is merely a pretext; I myself shall write my own story!" The primary condition for the author was to completely let go of his personal identity and pride. As the text explains, "He should dissolve his ego and surrender it at my feet." For a devotee who successfully achieves this, Sai Baba promised not only full assistance with the book but also service in all aspects of his life. This surrender allows the divine to take over, as Baba says, "Then I myself shall enter with 'I-ness' and write with my own hand."