"Blurbing is essentially a writer begging an esteemed peer to promote their work, which reveals a troubling insecurity in the practice of self-promotion within the literary community."
"While I agreed to use a blurb, my intention was to make it both an endorsement and a playful dig, reflecting a complex literary relationship between Didion and Babitz."
"The proposed blurb from Eve Babitz conveyed a sense of fearlessness, turning me into a 'literary assassin,' a persona that starkly contrasted my typical demeanor."
"Despite my admiration for Didion, Scribner worried that the suggested blurb undermined the book's intention to honor her legacy, showcasing a delicate balance in literary homage."
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