Balance Quote by Oliver Harris
“I have really been fortunate, incredibly privileged, to have done so much editorial work, and I would love to do more. But just as my editions have tried to balance the familiar with the new, the commercial with the scholarly, so too I have to admit that I don't want to do editing for the sake of it, and some possible projects would be of uncertain value to me.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Literary Magazine Editorial Talk, 2022
Balancing innovation and tradition in editorial work while questioning its intrinsic value.
In simple terms: Mix new ideas with familiar content, but seek purpose beyond routine.
Key Takeaway
Pursue editing projects that align with personal values.
Themes
editorial integrity
innovation
purpose
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
professional
reflective
When to use this quote
- publishing houses
- academic journals
- online platforms
- freelance editing
Key Concepts
value assessment
career fulfillment
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria define a valuable editorial project?
- How can you measure editorial success?
A Different Perspective
Uncertain projects may lack clear impact or audience.
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