Skip to content

Displeasure Quote by Edna Ferber

“I think that in order to write really well and convincingly, one must be somewhat poisoned by emotion.” quote by Edna Ferber
Download Open image
“I think that in order to write really well and convincingly, one must be somewhat poisoned by emotion.”

Edna Ferber

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.

Key Takeaway

Channel genuine feeling into your prose.

Themes

creativity emotion authenticity

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

literary creative

When to use this quote

  • novel writing
  • journalism
  • screenwriting
  • personal essays

Key Concepts

psychology of writing emotional intelligence literary technique

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does emotion enhance narrative credibility?
  • When might emotion hinder clear communication?
A Different Perspective

Overreliance on emotion may cloud objectivity.

3.8 out of 5 (6 ratings)

More by Edna Ferber

Explore all 120 Edna Ferber quotes

More Displeasure quotes

Browse all 72 Displeasure quotes