Displeasure Quote by Edna Ferber
“I think that in order to write really well and convincingly, one must be somewhat poisoned by emotion.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Edna Ferber on Writing, 1935
Emotion fuels authenticity, making writing compelling and believable.
In simple terms: Emotion makes writing convincing.
Channel genuine feeling into your prose.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- journalism
- screenwriting
- personal essays
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does emotion enhance narrative credibility?
- When might emotion hinder clear communication?
Overreliance on emotion may cloud objectivity.