Quote by Kenneth Koch

I wonder if I ever thought of an ideal reader... I guess when I was in my 20s and in New York and maybe even in my early 30s, I would write for my wife Janice... mainly for my poet friends and my wife, who was very smart about poetry.

I wonder if I ever thought of an ideal reader... I guess whe

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In this quote, the author reflects on their writing process and audience. At a younger age, the author reveals that they wrote with specific individuals in mind, particularly their wife and poet friends. These individuals were considered the ideal readers, as they possessed a deep understanding and appreciation for the art of poetry. The quote hints at the notion that, with time and experience, the author's perception of an ideal reader may have evolved, highlighting the dynamic and personal nature of writing for an audience.

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