“Is it good, bad, or neutral to recognize thematic patterns in your own...” — Sara Zarr Quote

“Is it good, bad, or neutral to recognize thematic patterns in your own work? When it comes to recurring themes, I'm of the mind that knowledge is probably not power, at least in terms of the work.”

“It's just so out of control. Life, I mean. The way it flies off in all these different directions without your permission.”

“Okay, then, what was he like? Just give me something to go on so that I have a shot at him!'”