I like writing that’s smart on the page.
““I like writing that’s smart on the page.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Writing should be intellectually engaging and clear, balancing cleverness with readability.
In simple terms: Smart writing is clear and clever.
Aim for clarity and wit.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- editing
- teaching creative writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep wit from obscuring meaning?
- When does cleverness hinder communication?
Cleverness can become pretentious.