Bar Quote by Jane Smiley
“In his 30 years of broadcasting and publishing fiction, Garrison Keillor has set the laugh bar pretty high.”
About This Quote
Source Article: "The Art of Storytelling" in The New Yorker, 2015
The comment praises Garrison Keillor for setting a high comedic standard in broadcasting and fiction, highlighting his influence on the craft.
In simple terms: Keillor raised the bar for humor in media.
Key Takeaway
Strive for excellence in comedic storytelling.
Themes
humor
craft
broadcasting
literature
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
literary
critical
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- radio production
- literary criticism
Key Concepts
comedy
standards
influence
Questions to Reflect On
- What elements make humor effective for you?
- How can you balance humor with depth?
A Different Perspective
Humor can be subjective and niche.
