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“I write books and either people read them or they don't read them. The rise of Facebook or e-books doesn't change the difficulty level of writing sentences and thinking up new ideas.” quote by Colson Whitehead
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“I write books and either people read them or they don't read them. The rise of Facebook or e-books doesn't change the difficulty level of writing sentences and thinking up new ideas.”

Colson Whitehead

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New York Times, 2015

Writing quality depends on skill, not format; platforms don’t alter the craft.

In simple terms: Skill matters, not medium.

Key Takeaway

Focus on craft over format.

Themes

writing technology creativity

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

non‑fiction inspirational

When to use this quote

  • publishing
  • digital media
  • author workshops

Key Concepts

literary craft media studies

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep writing standards high?
  • What role should technology play in writing?
A Different Perspective

New tools can distract from fundamentals.

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