Blank Quote by Anthony Doerr
“It took me about three years to write About Grace. I wasn't teaching two of those years, so I was working eight-hour days, five days a week. And it would include research and reading - it wasn't just a blank page, laying down words.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author discussion, 2015
The author describes the intensive three‑year process of writing a novel, balancing teaching, research, and long work hours.
In simple terms: Writing a book took years of hard work and research.
Key Takeaway
Plan time and research for large writing projects.
Themes
writing
discipline
research
Mood
determined
realistic
Type
authorial
process
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- academic work
- time management
Key Concepts
project management
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you schedule research and writing?
- What sacrifices are worth making for a book?
A Different Perspective
Creative work can be exhausting and may limit other pursuits.
