Quotes by Richard Hugo, The Triggering Town: Lectures and Essays on Poetry and Writing

“Dont write with a pen. Ink tends to give the impression the words shouldnt be changed.Write with what gives you the most sensual satisfaction.Write in a hard-covered notebook with green lined pages...”

“Assuming you can write clear English sentences, give up all worry about communication. If you want to communicate, use the telephone.”

“In the world of imagination, all things belong.”

“To write a poem you must have a streak of arrogance-- not in real life I hope. In real life try to be nice. It will save you a hell of a lot of trouble and give you more time to write.”

“Don’t write with a pen. Ink tends to give the impression the words shouldn’t be changed.Write with what gives you the most sensual satisfaction.Write in a hard-covered notebook with green lined pag...”