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The newspaper is, in fact, very bad for one's prose style. That's why I gravitated towards feature stories where you get a little more leeway in the writing style.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes that traditional journalism can restrict creative writing, prompting the author to favor more flexible writing forms.
Tom Wolfe's quote reflects his belief that the rigid structure and style of newspaper writing can stifle an author's prose quality. He suggests that feature stories offer greater freedom, allowing writers to express themselves with more creativity and nuance, which is essential for developing a unique voice in writing.
Themes
WritingProseStyleJournalismCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
In a workshop on creative writing where flexibility is encouraged.
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