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“It's never perfect when I write it down the first time, or the second time, or the fifth time. But it always gets better as I go over it and over it.” quote by Jane Yolen
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“It's never perfect when I write it down the first time, or the second time, or the fifth time. But it always gets better as I go over it and over it.”

Jane Yolen

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Repeated revisions improve writing; perfection isn’t achieved on the first try.

In simple terms: Writing gets better with revision.

Key Takeaway

Revise repeatedly for improvement.

Themes

writing revision perfection process

Mood

motivational practical

Type

inspirational advisory

When to use this quote

  • academic papers
  • novels
  • blog posts
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

iteration growth craftsmanship

Questions to Reflect On

  • How many revisions are enough?
  • When does polishing become over‑editing?
A Different Perspective

Perfectionism can stall progress.

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