When I was younger, the main struggle was to be a 'good writer.' Now I more or less take my writing abilities for granted, although this doesn't mean I always write well.
Jonathan FranzenI'm not too concerned what happens to my books after I'm dead. But I am very concerned by what's going on with the culture of reading and writing nowadays.
Jonathan FranzenWhat you discovered about yourself in raising children wasn't always agreeable or attractive.
Jonathan Franzen