Believe Quote by Matthew Zapruder
“My own experience as a reader and writer has been that the more I read, and the more I live, the more different "types" of poetry I grow to love. I might not even believe anymore that there are "types" of poetry at all. I've come to love things I once would snootily have dismissed. Of course I still have my likes and dislikes, and there are things I think are just plain old bullshit, but more and more I am far more trusting of my loves than my dislikes.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Literary interview with Matthew Zapruder, 2020
Reading widely expands appreciation for diverse poetic forms, reducing bias toward preferred styles.
In simple terms: Reading broadens love for different poetry.
Key Takeaway
Embrace varied literary experiences.
Themes
growth
open‑mindedness
literature
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education
- creative writing workshops
- book clubs
Key Concepts
aesthetics
cultural literacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you challenge your own literary biases?
- What benefits arise from loving unexpected styles?
A Different Perspective
Personal taste still influences judgment.
