Always Quote by Guy Davenport
“I like to believe that I don't think of myself as a writer. I am an amateur. Back when I was teaching, I wrote when I could. Weekends were good typewriter time. Now, it's whenever I feel there's something to be put on paper. I don't care what time it is, though I always write in the notebooks at night.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Paris Review, 1975
The speaker sees themselves as a casual writer, writing when inspiration strikes rather than as a professional.
In simple terms: Writes as a hobby, not a career.
Key Takeaway
Embrace writing whenever inspiration hits.
Themes
creativity
humility
discipline
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
personal
literary
When to use this quote
- late night notebook sessions
- teaching breaks
- spontaneous ideas
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
amateurism
writing process
inspiration
Questions to Reflect On
- How does casual writing affect quality?
- What drives you to write at night?
A Different Perspective
May lack consistency or professional polish.
