Blind Quote by Jennifer Egan
“I write fiction longhand. That's not so much about rejecting technology as being unable to write fiction on a computer for some reason. I don't think I would write it on a typewriter either. I write in a very blind gut instinctive way. It just doesn't feel right. There's a physical connection. And then in nonfiction that's not the case at all. I can't even imagine writing nonfiction by hand.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Writing Process, 2015
Handwriting fosters a visceral, instinctive connection to fiction, unlike nonfiction.
In simple terms: Handwriting feels more natural for fiction.
Key Takeaway
Use the medium that best fits the genre.
Themes
process
medium
intuition
Mood
contemplative
creative
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- novel drafting
- journal entries
- storyboarding
- poetry writing
- academic research
Key Concepts
creative flow
cognitive embodiment
Questions to Reflect On
- Does medium shape content?
- Can you switch mediums without losing voice?
A Different Perspective
Digital tools can enhance speed and editing.
