Adults Quote by Ursula K. Le Guin
“A writer either speaks to adults and bores kids, or speaks to kids and upsets adults.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin, 1974
Writing must match the audience’s maturity; mismatched tone alienates either children or adults.
In simple terms: Match tone to audience age.
Know your readers.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- children’s books
- adult fiction
- educational material
- marketing copy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide the appropriate complexity?
- What consequences arise when you misjudge your audience?
Adults may resist simple language even when appropriate.