Book Quote by Adam Clymer
“Another thing that's quite different in writing a book as a practicing newspaperman is that if you look at what you've written the next morning and you think you didn't get it quite right, you can fix it.”
About This Quote
Writing a book allows for revision after reflection, unlike journalism which is immediate, highlighting the value of editing.
In simple terms: Writing lets you edit after reflection.
Key Takeaway
Use revision to improve work.
Themes
writing
editing
reflection
journalism
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
creative
analytical
When to use this quote
- authoring a book
- news reporting
- academic papers
- blog posts
Key Concepts
process improvement
creative writing
media studies
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it better to publish immediately versus revise later?
- How does time affect the quality of written work?
