The New Yorker: Fiction

George Saunders Reads Claire Keegan

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Jul 1, 2023
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INSIGHT

Keegan's Depth and Care

  • Claire Keegan's writing shows careful revisions, rewarding multiple readings.
  • Each element serves a calibrated purpose, creating depth and care in every line.
ANECDOTE

Story's Origin

  • Keegan's story, "So Late in the Day," originated from a classroom discussion on tension vs. drama.
  • A student's question about tense stories with minimal drama sparked the story's idea.
INSIGHT

Building Tension

  • The story's tension builds because the reason for the main character's discomfort is initially unclear.
  • Keegan masterfully withholds information, creating suspense, until the final line.
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