Joyce Carol Oates
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Joyce Carol Oates is an acclaimed American author and National Book Award winner known for her relentless work ethic. Her extensive body of work includes novels such as "The Gravedigger's Daughter" and the memoir "A Widow's Story".
What Joyce Carol Oates has said on podcasts
3 statements
Working creates the mood needed for writing.
“you create your mood by working.”
Open the episode · #878: How to Start When You're Stuck, Finish What You Begin, and Stop Waiting for Inspiration — Creative Advice from Elizabeth Gilbert, Seth Godin, Joyce Carol Oates, Anne Lamott and MoreListen at 14:04
Writers should begin working without waiting for inspiration.
“You don't have to wait to be inspired. Just start working.”
Open the episode · #878: How to Start When You're Stuck, Finish What You Begin, and Stop Waiting for Inspiration — Creative Advice from Elizabeth Gilbert, Seth Godin, Joyce Carol Oates, Anne Lamott and MoreListen at 14:28
Family members can drain writers’ energy through schedules and expectations.
“the other person has a schedule and expectations. And while you may love your family, they can be the ones who drain you of energy.”
Open the episode · #878: How to Start When You're Stuck, Finish What You Begin, and Stop Waiting for Inspiration — Creative Advice from Elizabeth Gilbert, Seth Godin, Joyce Carol Oates, Anne Lamott and MoreListen at 14:48
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