Care Quote by Shirley Jackson
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“Dad and I did not care at all for your story in The New Yorker … [I]t does seem, dear, that this gloomy kind of story is what all you young people think about these days. Why don't you write something to cheer people up?”
About This Quote
Source Short story: The New Yorker (unspecified)
The narrator criticizes a gloomy story, urging the writer to produce uplifting content instead of despair.
In simple terms: Criticizes bleak storytelling, urging hopefulness.
Key Takeaway
Write with optimism.
Themes
literature
optimism
critique
Mood
thoughtful
encouraging
Type
literary
advice
When to use this quote
- publishing
- young writers
- publications
Key Concepts
creative writing
editorial feedback
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance honesty with hope?
- What makes a story uplifting?
A Different Perspective
Some audiences may prefer realism over cheer.
