Ending Quote by Anonymous
“If I didn't know the ending of a story, I wouldn't begin. I always write my last lines, my last paragraph first, and then I go back and work towards it. I know where I'm going. I know what my goal is. And how I get there is God's grace.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Writing Process, 2021
Starting with the ending gives direction and purpose to the writing journey.
In simple terms: Begin with the story’s conclusion.
Key Takeaway
Write the ending first, then work backward.
Themes
writing process
goal setting
creativity
Mood
thoughtful
strategic
Type
process
method
When to use this quote
- novel drafting
- screenplay development
- academic essays
- personal journals
Key Concepts
Narrative structure
reverse engineering
Questions to Reflect On
- How does knowing the ending affect your plot?
- Can you adapt if the ending changes?
A Different Perspective
May limit spontaneous creativity.
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