Diane Magras (she/her)My husband (a fellow writer) and I often talk about the concept of familiar originality (it comes from Tom Stoppard): how to create work that is original, close to our hearts, fulfilling our interests, and being true to ourselves; yet that has that flavor of familiarity that makes it marketable. I'm convinced that this is at the core of most published books.
Carleigh Baker@dianemagras I used to have a post-it on my computer that said "art is a unique expression of a common experience." I wish I knew who to credit for that because I love it! I still use it with my students.
@carleighbaker That's a perfect way of saying it! And it's really beautiful.
@dianemagras I know, right? One day I'll find out who said it! 😀