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“I feel like I am walking in some amazing footsteps of writers who have come before me, like S.E. Hinton, Walter Dean Myers, Christopher Paul Curtis, Richard Peck and Kate DiCamillo, who I love.” quote by Jacqueline Woodson
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“I feel like I am walking in some amazing footsteps of writers who have come before me, like S.E. Hinton, Walter Dean Myers, Christopher Paul Curtis, Richard Peck and Kate DiCamillo, who I love.”

Jacqueline Woodson

About This Quote

Source Interview: 2022 interview with Jacqueline Woodson, The Guardian

The author feels a deep connection to literary predecessors, seeing herself walking in their inspiring footsteps.

In simple terms: Feeling inspired by past writers.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the legacy and write boldly.

Themes

inspiration literary heritage identity

Mood

reflective admiring

Type

literary personal

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • personal essays
  • literary criticism
  • teaching creative writing

Key Concepts

creative lineage mentor influence

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who are your literary ancestors?
  • How does their work shape your voice?
A Different Perspective

May feel pressure to match greatness.

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