What did Sai Baba say about the purpose of writing his stories and the role of the author?

Sai Baba explained that He Himself would write His own story, using the author as a mere pretext. The primary condition for the author, as detailed in Chapter 2, was to dissolve his ego and surrender it at Sai's feet. In return, Sai promised His full assistance. The purpose of these stories is to serve as a 'resting place for the soul.' By hearing, singing, and contemplating them, devotion is born, ignorance is destroyed, and listeners can attain a state of happiness and self-bliss. Sai emphasizes that where there is faith, He is always subservient to His devotees.