I used to work more deliberately at resolving contradictions in my work. Now I tend to see contradictions as evidence that I’ve gotten close to saying something true. When we’re honest, we’re conflicted.
The Kenyon Review interviews Garret Keizer about how his writing has evolved over the years.
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