People Quote by Giveon
“Yeah, I used to write short stories at first, but once you work on something, you want to show people. My peers weren't interested in me reading 30-40 pages to them.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast interview with Giveon, 2022
Initially writing short stories, the desire to share grows as work deepens, but peers may not engage with lengthy drafts.
In simple terms: Writing starts small, but sharing longer work can be tough when audience interest is low.
Key Takeaway
Seek feedback from willing readers early.
Themes
creativity
sharing
audience
perseverance
Mood
frustrated
determined
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Writing workshops
- online forums
- beta readers
- creative writing classes
Key Concepts
Narrative development
peer feedback
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you make longer pieces more accessible?
- What alternative formats could you use?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone will have time for long reads; find niche audiences.
