Let me Quote by John Grisham
“One thing that drives me nuts... well, let me ask you, when writers write do they not use quotation marks anymore?”
About This Quote
The speaker questions whether modern writers have abandoned proper punctuation, reflecting concern for literary standards.
In simple terms: Writers may neglect quotation marks.
Key Takeaway
Pay attention to punctuation in writing.
Themes
literature
punctuation
standards
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
analytical
observational
When to use this quote
- editing workshops
- creative writing classes
- publishing processes
- academic papers
Key Concepts
writing conventions
editorial quality
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you notice changes in punctuation usage?
- How important is strict punctuation to you?
A Different Perspective
Punctuation is evolving with digital media.
![“I took ethics classes in college, and it always amazes me how they [tabloids] will blatantly say something that I did not say, in quotation marks. The first thing that we learned in ethics is that you better have it right. If you're putting quotation marks around something, it better be exactly…” quote by Carrie Underwood](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9d3/carrie-underwood-1449_class_i-took-ethics-classes-in-college-and-it_72801.jpg)
