Book Quote by Josephine Dodge Daskam Bacon
“It ought to be a crime for any woman to have children that writes books.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Women and Writing, 1915
Women who write books should not be judged for having children.
In simple terms: Motherhood shouldn't limit writers.
Key Takeaway
Support writer mothers.
Themes
gender
parenthood
creativity
Mood
advocacy
empowering
Type
social
cultural
When to use this quote
- publishing industry
- family planning
- academic careers
Key Concepts
feminism
literature
work‑life balance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions better support writer mothers?
- What stereotypes persist?
A Different Perspective
Balancing motherhood and writing can be demanding.
