It seems to me now that the deep structures [in writing] are often subconscious and set in childhood.
Zadie SmithTell the truth through whichever veil comes to hand - but tell it. Resign yourself to the lifelong sadness that comes from never ยญbeing satisfied.
Zadie SmithWhen I see my friends engaging in a Twitter war for an afternoon, I think that would destroy me for a month.
Zadie Smith