Quote by Jonathan Safran Foer
My greatest fear is feeling like a professional novelist. Somebody who creates characters, who sits down and has pieces of paper taped to the wall - what's going to happen in this scene, or this act. What I like is for it to be a much more scary, sloppy reflection of who I am.
Summary
This quote reflects the fear of being a conventional writer who meticulously plans out every aspect of their story. Instead, the speaker desires a more organic and authentic approach to writing, where the process is messy and resembles their own thoughts and self-reflection. They seek to create characters and narratives that are more spontaneous and true to their own identity, rather than following rigid guidelines of a professional novelist. The quote suggests a preference for raw creativity and emotional resonance over a structured and formulaic approach to storytelling.
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Fear
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