Writing, in any sense that matters, cannot be taught. It can only be learned by each separate one of us in his own way, by the use of his own powers of imagination and perception, the ability to learn the lessons he has set for himself.
Katherine Anne PorterFirst impressions are often signals from the deep that we should credit oftener than we do.
Katherine Anne PorterI look upon literature as an art, and I believe that if you misuse it or abuse it, it will leave you. It is not a thing that you can nail down and use as you want. You have to let it use you, too.
Katherine Anne PorterTrust your happiness and the richness of your life at this moment. It is as true and as much yours as anything else that ever happened to you.
Katherine Anne Porter