Jienense writer David Uclés has decided to take a break from public life, as announced this weekend. This decision comes after two years of intense media exposure due to his literary success. Uclés, winner of the Nadal Prize, plans to begin his pause in the coming months, with an estimated duration of one and a half to two years.

During an interview on the program 'En clave de Rhodes' on Cadena SER, the author explained that he needs to “stop” to focus on writing and regain a more peaceful life. There will be no interviews, promotional tours, or public events, seeking a different pace of life than he has had recently.

Uclés' editorial success has been accompanied by an intense schedule and a strong media presence. The author defines this decision as a “necessary pause” to reconnect with his creativity and personal life. He longs for a more relaxed and anonymous life, away from the public focus that has marked his recent years.

The author of novels such as 'La península de las casas vacías' and 'La ciudad de las luces muertas' has experienced strong media pressure, which has led him to seek a change. Uclés seeks an environment that allows him to regain control over his time and daily routine.

The writer plans to move to a Central European country, seeking anonymity and a routine away from the public focus. Uclés seeks a place where he can live more anonymously and regain control over his time. “There I will get up whenever I want, I will have appointments, I will eat things that are not on the road. I will live anonymously, without being stopped on the street to be told ‘ah, you are the one with the beret’”, he explained during the interview.

The author has already lived in several countries, including Germany, France, Switzerland, and England. During this period, he intends to continue writing and working, but at a different pace, away from the promotional pressure.

In recent months, Uclés' figure has been involved in controversy after his resignation from participating in certain cultural events. Among these events are talks about the civil war with the writer Arturo Pérez Reverte. Uclés seeks a significant change in his lifestyle and professional approach.

The decision to retire reflects Uclés' need to prioritize his well-being and his creative process, moving away from the pressures of fame.