Here I was into astronomy, and here into anthropology, and there I go into geology. It was much more fun to be able to research and write about whatever I wanted to.
Octavia ButlerRead
You write for two people, yourself and your audience, who are usually better educated and at least as smart.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Writing is a dual process where you express yourself while also considering the knowledge and intelligence of your audience.
This quote by Tony Hillerman emphasizes the importance of connecting with both oneself and the audience in the writing process. It suggests that while a writer should bring their own voice and ideas to the page, they must also be mindful of the audience's perspective, intelligence, and education level, which can greatly enhance the effectiveness of their communication.
Themes
WritingAudienceExpressionCommunicationIntelligence
In practice
Example use cases
In a writing workshop, this quote can be used to encourage participants to think about their audience.
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