Crap Quote by Alan Dean Foster
“Keep writing. Try to do a little bit every day, even if the result looks like crap. Getting from page four to page five is more important than spending three weeks getting page four perfect.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Writer's Advice, 2015
Consistent small effort outweighs perfectionism; progress comes from daily practice.
In simple terms: Write daily, even imperfectly.
Prioritize steady output over flawless drafts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing a
- blogging
- academic research
- learning a skill
- personal projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you set realistic daily writing goals?
- What small improvements can you celebrate each day?
Perfectionism can stall momentum if not managed.