Write Quote by Colum McCann
“I write about what I know; and I write about things that are new to me, and that I didn't know before.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author Talk, Colum McCann, 2015
He writes both from personal experience and from exploring unfamiliar subjects, learning as he writes.
In simple terms: He writes about familiar and new topics, learning along the way.
Key Takeaway
Blend known and unknown topics to expand insight.
Themes
growth
creativity
learning
exploration
Mood
inquisitive
encouraging
Type
instructional
motivational
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- journalism
- teaching
- personal development
Key Concepts
personal experience
curiosity
research
Questions to Reflect On
- What new subject could you explore in writing?
- How does familiarity shape your perspective?
A Different Perspective
Risk of superficial coverage of new topics.
