When I write lyrics, I really do go into an automatic folk appropriation mode... I see the vernacular register of 20th century song as being a bunch of forms to adapt and reconfigure.
Jonathan LethemI want what we all want," said Carl. "To move certain parts of the interior of myself into the exterior world, to see if they can be embraced.
Jonathan LethemHowever appalling to consider, however tedious to enact, every novel requires furniture, whether it is to be named or unnamed, for the characters will be unable to remain in standing position for the duration of the story.
Jonathan Lethem