“A writer must use conventional standards to judge their own work, even if they desire to extend or expand upon prevailing notion of what constitutes a compelling piece of writing. A firm understanding of prevailing standards is the mark of good taste. Struggling aesthetes can certainly learn from studying the philosophy of aesthetics, concerning themselves with notions such as what is beautiful and what is ugly. Literature is more than an appreciation for what is beautiful; it also encompasses social-political themes, probing issues of ethics and morality, and expanding upon the vices and virtues of living.”