My general writing preface is to write an outline and then…
“My general writing preface is to write an outline and then ignore about half of it, both on a micro level with the individual book, and on a macro level with the series as a whole, and that's pretty much what's happened.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He outlines his writing process then discards much of it, both in detail and overall scope, reflecting a flexible, iterative approach.
In simple terms: He plans then cuts away much of his work.
Key Takeaway
Embrace flexibility in writing.
Themes
creativity
process
flexibility
Mood
reflective
pragmatic
Type
advice
process
When to use this quote
- fiction writing
- novel planning
- series development
Key Concepts
Iterative drafting
editing
story development
Questions to Reflect On
- How does you guide your creative flow
- When is it okay to abandon a plan?
A Different Perspective
Discarding outlines can risk incoherence if not managed.