Critics Quote by Olivia Goldsmith
““Critics are eager to discover a new voice. For some reason they're just as eager to be disappointed by a second novel.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times Book Review, 1995
Critics often seek novelty but become disappointed when a second work fails to meet expectations.
In simple terms: Critics want new voices but get let with follow‑ups.
Key Takeaway
Manage expectations and focus on growth.
Themes
criticism
novelty
expectations
Mood
reflective
defensive
Type
literary
analytical
When to use this quote
- author interviews
- book launches
- literary festivals
Key Concepts
literary criticism
creative cycles
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle criticism after early success?
- What defines a “new voice”?
A Different Perspective
Critics may overlook genuine improvement.
![“Nearly all the writing of our time is likely to disappear in a hundred years. Certainly most readers - and nearly all critics - feel that [Kurt] Vonnegut started to repeat himself, to grow increasingly self-indulgent and meandering, and to sometimes just blather in his later work. But his books up…” quote by Michael Dirda](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ed7/michael-dirda-3414_1960s_nearly-all-the-writing-of-our-time-is-li_13506.jpg)
