18th century Quote by Diana Gabaldon
“Now I've got a fairly good grasp of the 18th century on what was common and what people thought. But I don't write in order. I write bits and pieces and sort of glue them.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Writing Process, Diana Gabaldon, 2020
She assembles historical knowledge in fragments, then stitches them together, reflecting a non‑linear, exploratory writing style.
In simple terms: She writes in bits and later assembles them.
Key Takeaway
Embrace fragmented research and later integrate it.
Themes
writing process
historical research
creativity
non‑linear thinking
Mood
analytical
creative
Type
literary
process
When to use this quote
- historical novel writing
- academic research
- creative brainstorming
Key Concepts
fragmentation
synthesis
disciplinary integration
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you organize fragmented ideas?
- What tools help you synthesize research?
A Different Perspective
Fragmentation may lead to incoherence without careful editing.
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