Beginnings Quote by A. E. van Vogt
“It came about as follows: over the years when I was involved in dianetics, I wrote the beginnings of many stories. I would get an idea, and then write the beginning, and then never touch it again.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author discussing writing process, mid‑20th‑century sci‑fi
He describes a habit of starting many stories but abandoning them after the opening, reflecting a pattern of incomplete projects.
In simple terms: He often never finished stories after the start.
Key Takeaway
Finish what you begin.
Themes
creativity
incompletion
discipline
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
personal anecdote
advice
When to use this quote
- writing
- novel development
- personal productivity
Key Concepts
procrastination
idea generation
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do you abandon projects after the start?
- What could help you continue?
A Different Perspective
Many ideas die because of lack of follow‑through.
