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“I never even considered writing a career option. I just liked the play of words. I was certainly interested in story, but the stories I was telling then were in narrative verse and prose poems, short and succinct, except for one novel-length poem written in narrative couplets.” quote by Charles de Lint
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“I never even considered writing a career option. I just liked the play of words. I was certainly interested in story, but the stories I was telling then were in narrative verse and prose poems, short and succinct, except for one novel-length poem written in narrative couplets.”

Charles de Lint

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Creative expression can arise from a love of language rather than career planning.

In simple terms: Writing can be driven by passion for words.

Key Takeaway

Follow your love of language.

Themes

creativity writing passion

Mood

introspective artistic

Type

literary motivational

When to use this quote

  • poetry
  • short stories
  • novel writing

Key Concepts

Artistic motivation literary form

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inspires your writing?
  • How do you balance art and livelihood?
A Different Perspective

Commercial expectations may limit artistic freedom.

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