The only choice I make is to write about what interests me in a way that interests me, that gives me pleasure. It may not look like pleasure, because the difficulties can make me morose and distracted, but that's what it is-the pleasure of telling the story I mean to tell as wholly as I can tell it, of finding out in fact what that story is, by working around the different ways of telling it.
In her Selected Stories, Alice Munro emphasizes the intrinsic motivation behind her writing. She chooses topics that captivate her, writing them in a style that brings her joy. Although the process can sometimes be challenging and lead to feelings of distraction or frustration, the core of her satisfaction lies in the act of discovery as she unravels the stories she wants to tell.
Munro highlights the importance of personal engagement in storytelling. The exploration of different narrative techniques allows her to connect deeply with the essence of her tales. Ultimately, her commitment to her craft reveals how storytelling is both a labor of love and a profound journey of understanding the narratives within her imagination.
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