In general, my own experience of writing an adaptation of 'Evening' gave me a chance to get into different parts of the book. Susan Minot adaptationbookchance Change image and share on social
Recording a scene with paint rather than film sinks you more deeply into your surroundings. You have to look a little harder and a little longer. And you end up with a memento. Susan Minot deeplyendfilm Change image and share on social
People can have a variety of concerns at the same time. Even those undergoing grave or traumatic experiences will acknowledge the need for lightness or even entertainment. Susan Minot acknowledgeconcernentertainment Change image and share on social
Families are endlessly fascinating. We all have one, and they have a great impact on who we are and what we do - Freudian as that is. Susan Minot endlesslyfamilyfascinate Change image and share on social
Painting keeps me occupied in those moments when travel can be aimless and even disorienting. Mainly it is a way to register at least some of the new impressions of a foreign place, when its thrilling barrage can sometimes overwhelm you. Susan Minot aimlessbarragedisorient share on social
Most fiction comes from your experience. Susan Minot experiencefiction Change image and share on social
David Gulden captures animals in all their wonder and intrigue, without glorifying or romanticizing them. He knows Kenya's wildlife intimately, and it shows in the depth of his images. He has an artist's eye, which delivers beauty and transport in every picture. Susan Minot animalartistbeauty share on social
Our concerns aren't always appropriate or morally elevated. Susan Minot concernelevatemorally Change image and share on social
Longing, for everyone, is always there, isn't it? More intense at some times than others. You get closer to less longing - an odd metaphoric phrasing, I realize - then, you are further and longing more than ever again. Susan Minot closeintenselong share on social
Recklessness is par for the course when you're 25. Susan Minot parrecklessness Change image and share on social
