Bits Quote by Dave Barry
“I feel like I have more experience with publishing humor than pretty much any editor I'm going to be dealing with so sometimes I'll get a little bit nuts if I write something I know is good a certain way, and some editor because of some restriction he has and wants to change it that I know is going to make it less funny that'll piss me off and then I'm inclined to go, "Well, hey I've been doing this a long time, maybe you should..." That doesn't happen that often, but I'm more likely to say that now than I would have been a long time ago. Because dammit, I'm infallible!”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Humor Writing, 2005
The author admits frustration when editors alter jokes, revealing a tension between creative confidence and editorial control.
In simple terms: Editors can clash with writers’ humor.
Key Takeaway
Balance confidence with openness.
Themes
creative tension
editing
humor
Mood
reflective
frustrated
Type
creative
professional
When to use this quote
- publishing
- writing workshops
- editorial meetings
Key Concepts
artistic ego
collaboration
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it okay to stand firm?
- How can you negotiate humor changes?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence may hinder growth and collaboration.
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