“The natural, proper, fitting shape of the novel might be that of a sack, a bag. A book holds words. Words hold… — Ursula K. Le Guin Copy Share Image
I was very influenced by The Magic Mountain. It's a book that had a huge impact on me. I loved that as… — Ann Patchett Copy Share Image
I like shape very much. A novel has to have shape, and life doesn't have any. — Jean Rhys Copy Share Image
I always think I know the way a novel will go. I write maps on oversized art pads like the kind I… — Julianna Baggott Copy Share Image
Novels usually evolve out of 'character.' Characters generate stories, and the shape of a novel is entirely imagined but should have an… — Joyce Carol Oates Copy Share Image
