Book Quote by Andre Dubus
“But the writer who endures and keeps working will finally know that writing the book was something hard and glorious, for at the desk a writer must try to be free of prejudice, meanness of spirit, pettiness, and hatred; strive to be a better human being than the writer normally is, and to do this through concentration on a single word, and then another, and another. This is splendid work, as worthy and demanding as any, and the will and resilience to do it are good for the writer's soul.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Writer's Journey (fictional), unknown publication
The writer must overcome personal flaws and focus intensely on each word, turning the craft into a moral discipline that strengthens the soul.
In simple terms: Writing demands self‑discipline and moral growth.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and concentration in writing.
Themes
self‑discipline
growth
creativity
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- authoring a novel
- daily writing practice
- editing sessions
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
humanism
resilience
concentration
Questions to Reflect On
- How does focusing on each word change your self‑view?
- What habits protect against creative fatigue?
A Different Perspective
The process can be isolating and may cause burnout without balance.
