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“I love YA, and it's been a really good fit for me. But at some point, I would like to try something else: a collection of short stories, or writing about something other than high school. A lot has happened to me since I was eighteen.” quote by Sarah Dessen
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“I love YA, and it's been a really good fit for me. But at some point, I would like to try something else: a collection of short stories, or writing about something other than high school. A lot has happened to me since I was eighteen.”

Sarah Dessen

About This Quote

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

She enjoys YA but seeks new forms like short stories, reflecting personal growth beyond teenage themes.

In simple terms: She wants to write beyond YA, exploring new formats.

Key Takeaway

Expand your writing horizons.

Themes

creativity growth genre identity career

Mood

excited reflective

Type

inspirational personal

When to use this quote

  • publishing
  • workshops
  • personal development
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

literary theory psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What new stories do you want to tell?
  • How will you transition to short stories?
A Different Perspective

Changing genres can be risky commercially.

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