"For me writing is so perplexing, because if we were playing ping pong and we weren't writing - twenty years later you'd be just so much better at ping pong and this confidence with ping pong."
About Ali Liebegott
Ali Liebegott — Life and Legacy
Ali Liebegott is an influential poet and author recognized for her poignant reflections on love and identity, particularly within LGBTQ+ communities. Her work often draws from personal experiences, allowing her to articulate the complexities of belonging and self-acceptance. In her notable works, such as 'The Beautifully Worthless,' Liebegott challenges societal norms surrounding gender and sexuality, weaving her identity into her poetry. Her quotes reveal a deep understanding of the struggles faced by those in the LGBTQ+ community, as she writes, 'I am a poet who is also a lesbian,' emphasizing the interplay between her artistic expression and personal identity. This perspective not only enriches her poetry but also invites readers to confront their own identities and the societal expectations that shape them. Liebegott's exploration of love transcends conventional boundaries, offering insights into the emotional landscapes of relationships. Her work resonates with readers today, as it speaks to the ongoing quest for authenticity and acceptance in a world that often marginalizes diverse identities.
Quote collection
Ali Liebegott quotes
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"As a poet and writer in general I feel very grateful that I can just make a chapbook and that we don't have the expenses of filmmakers."
"I feel very discouraged with the state of gay and lesbian publishing because I don't feel like we're really welcome in the mainstream and then you get ghettoized and put on some lesbian book club reading list where you don't want to be either."
"Sometimes I forget when I read a book that it didn't exist in English first."
"I'm always wondering what is the job that gives the writer the most amount of time to write. I still don't know what the answer is as someone who has taught and is now working at a grocery store."
"I'm always struck with writing - I constantly feel like I don't know what I'm doing and I'm starting over."
"Lots of people hate gay people. You can tell who they are because they start sentences with, “It's not like I hate gay people.”"
"It's not like I hate gay people."
"In Courtney Moreno's In Case of Emergency the working class save the world and themselves. A wonderful first book!"