Sep 7, 2023·edited Sep 7, 2023Liked by Jill Gallagher
Having had her as a boss (though more in an abstract, not-everyday kind of way)--she is a sparkling, funny, and idiosyncratic person. Do not despair that you are not like her. Having one of her in the world is enough.
Lol my writing process is also clearly being obsessed with Connections. I was ALSO shocked! Though I suspected Patchett did tremendous mulling over of a story before starting to write. I write thousands of drafts!!! I’m trying to get more efficient. Time will tell. Thanks for the shout out, lady!
Ann Patchett is amazing but also major side eye from me on the no drafts thing. I do Connections and the mini crossword in addition to Wordle every day! So much joy.
I do some editing while I'm in the middle of writing a draft. When I'm finished I do a final edit. The way I see it, writing is like remodeling a kitchen. You have to tear it apart, get everything aligned, and make everything look polished.
Have missed Early & Alone! This is a particularly good one! I'm reading Tom Lake by Patchett now... I'm with our friend Lauren... side eye from me too! Working on an essay now too - thought I knew what it was about... Nope. I don't think so. Draft #3 coming up...
I love Kim's moon blog!
I love Alex Chee!
l love Connections!
My mind is blown. But now I guess I understand how all of Ann Patchett’s sentences are perfect?? I am also obsessed with Connections. 👏🏼
Having had her as a boss (though more in an abstract, not-everyday kind of way)--she is a sparkling, funny, and idiosyncratic person. Do not despair that you are not like her. Having one of her in the world is enough.
Lol my writing process is also clearly being obsessed with Connections. I was ALSO shocked! Though I suspected Patchett did tremendous mulling over of a story before starting to write. I write thousands of drafts!!! I’m trying to get more efficient. Time will tell. Thanks for the shout out, lady!
Ann Patchett is amazing but also major side eye from me on the no drafts thing. I do Connections and the mini crossword in addition to Wordle every day! So much joy.
I do some editing while I'm in the middle of writing a draft. When I'm finished I do a final edit. The way I see it, writing is like remodeling a kitchen. You have to tear it apart, get everything aligned, and make everything look polished.
Have missed Early & Alone! This is a particularly good one! I'm reading Tom Lake by Patchett now... I'm with our friend Lauren... side eye from me too! Working on an essay now too - thought I knew what it was about... Nope. I don't think so. Draft #3 coming up...