Agendas Quote by Jillian Medoff
“To be honest, I want readers to be wrung out. As a novelist, I don't have a political agenda or specific philosophy; I'm trying to create a gut-wrenching, intimate, memorable experience.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2021
The author seeks to evoke intense, personal reactions, not to promote a political stance.
In simple terms: Aim for visceral, personal impact, not agenda.
Create honest, emotionally raw storytelling.
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When to use this quote
- novel writing
- creative workshops
- book clubs
- personal therapy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does raw honesty affect reader connection?
- Can literature be both personal and political?
Some readers may feel uncomfortable with rawness.