Kathy Acker Quotes

A collection of quotes by Kathy Acker.

Kathy Acker (1947-1997) was an American experimental novelist, poet, essayist, and playwright. She was known for her provocative, boundary-pushing work that often challenged conventional notions of sexuality, gender, and identity. Acker's writing was characterized by its collage-like style, incorporating elements of punk, postmodern literature, and feminist theory. Her notable works include "Blood and Guts in High School," "Empire of the Senseless," and "Don Quixote: Which Was a Dream." Acker's relentless exploration of taboo subjects and her unique literary voice continue to inspire and influence writers to this day.

Murder is a dream because lack is the center of both.

Murder is a dream because lack is the center of both.

Kathy Acker

Murder Dream Center Lack

I might be writing what people expect me to write, writing f

I might be writing what people expect me to write, writing from that place where I might be ruled by economic considerations. To overcome that, I started working with my dreams, because I'm not so censored when I use dream material.

Kathy Acker

Dreams

On the surface we all act like we all love each other and we

On the surface we all act like we all love each other and we're free and easy, and actually we're far more moralistic than any other society I've ever lived in.

Kathy Acker

Society