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“I haven't read a lot of science fiction, and I never intend to write it; it seems to happen a little bit inadvertently for me, in that I'm trying to follow people into points in their lives that demand that I investigate the future.” quote by Jennifer Egan
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“I haven't read a lot of science fiction, and I never intend to write it; it seems to happen a little bit inadvertently for me, in that I'm trying to follow people into points in their lives that demand that I investigate the future.”

Jennifer Egan

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2015

The author writes sci‑fi unintentionally while exploring others' future‑oriented moments.

In simple terms: She writes sci‑fi unintentionally while others' their.

Key Takeaway

Explore others' futures to inspire your own work.

Themes

creativity exploration future intention

Mood

reflective inquisitive

Type

inspirational observational

When to use this quote

  • creative workshops
  • future scenario planning
  • collaborative storytelling

Key Concepts

unintentional writing future studies empathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does following others' futures shape your ideas?
  • Can unintentional writing be as effective as intentional?
A Different Perspective

May lack depth without deliberate sci‑fi study.

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