Quote by Karen Thompson Walker

End-of-the-world stories tend to ring true. I've always been drawn to them, but as I wrote my own, I found surprising pleasure in creating a world that is so radically changed, yet where there's so much meaning and value in every small and ordinary thing we have, and take for granted: hot showers, enough food, friends, routines.

End-of-the-world stories tend to ring true. I've always been

Summary

This quote highlights the fascination with apocalyptic narratives and the author's personal experience of writing their own. It expresses the unexpected joy in imagining a world dramatically transformed, while emphasizing the appreciation for the simple things often overlooked in day-to-day life, such as basic comforts, nourishment, friendships, and routines. It suggests that amidst a dystopian backdrop, even the ordinary aspects of life acquire significant meaning and value.

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