Decades Quote by Lydia Davis
“The style developed over decades, really, but I started out writing pretty traditional stories, then became impatient. It was a writer named Russell Edson who showed me that one could write in any way at all.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 1998
Writing style evolves; exposure to experimental writers like Russell Edson expands creative possibilities beyond tradition.
In simple terms: Experimentation broadens writing style.
Key Takeaway
Explore diverse literary influences.
Themes
writing
style
experimentation
influence
creativity
Mood
curious
inspired
Type
literary
creative
When to use this quote
- creative workshops
- reading groups
- personal writing projects
Key Concepts
literary evolution
genre blending
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance tradition and innovation?
- What risks accompany stylistic experimentation?
A Different Perspective
Traditional forms still hold value.
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![“I worked more intensively hour after hour when I was starting out [writing]. More laboriously. I'd say quantity is important as well as quality, and if you're not producing enough, make a schedule and stick to it.” quote by Lydia Davis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/29b/lydia-davis-3244_after-hours_i-worked-more-intensively-hour-after-hou_171566.jpg)
