I think we always move from imitation to assimilation to innovation, but I can't name you 20 people outside those we've already recognized who ever got to point three: innovation.
“I grew up under the sticks and stones rule. I didn't put my hands on you so why should you put your hands on me or my family.”
“The real literary editors have mostly been fired. Those that remain are all 'bottom line' editors; everything depends on the money.”