Done Quote by Ben Marcus
“I always, at least back then, struggled with emotion in writing. I felt like I could do odd, unusual things, but there wouldn't be enough feeling in them, and maybe if there's a progression at all to anything that I've done it's that I've always wanted to have a high - an almost overwhelming - degree of feeling in what I write.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Paris Review, 2010
The writer wrestles with balancing technical experimentation and emotional depth, seeking intense feeling in his work.
In simple terms: He wants his writing to feel powerful and emotionally rich.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize emotional resonance alongside innovation.
Themes
creativity
emotion
writing
artistic integrity
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
literary
personal
When to use this quote
- novel drafting
- creative workshops
- personal journals
- literary criticism
Key Concepts
experimental literature
emotional intensity
authorial voice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you blend oddity with genuine feeling?
- What techniques help sustain emotional depth?
A Different Perspective
Too much focus on feeling can hinder narrative clarity.
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