Books Quote by Anonymous
““The two most engaging powers of a good author are to make new things familiar and familiar things new.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Writing Craft, 2012
Good authors make unfamiliar ideas feel familiar and familiar ideas feel fresh, engaging readers.
In simple terms: Authors turn new into familiar and familiar into new.
Use contrast to engage readers.
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When to use this quote
- creative workshops
- writing guides
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you refresh familiar topics?
- What makes new ideas feel relatable?
Balancing novelty and familiarity can be challenging.