> "trying to create an illusion of creativity with randomness" I doubt that's why authors use this technique, though. I think it's part humble-brag ("hey I'm s

> "trying to create an illusion of creativity with randomness" I doubt that's why authors use this technique, though. I think it's part humble-brag ("hey I'm so smart I don't take complexity seriously!") and part an expression of nervousness ("it's scary to write things and publish on the internet, because haters"). A less serious style also allows you to take criticism more easily, perhaps. That's an explanation, not an excuse! I like dense, solid prose more.