Stuff Quote by Ernest Hemingway
“You know you’re writing well when you're throwing good stuff into the wastebasket.”
About This Quote
Writing skill is shown when one discards good ideas, indicating a rigorous editing process.
In simple terms: Good writing involves cutting out good material.
Key Takeaway
Embrace editing as essential.
Themes
writing
creativity
editing
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- authoring
- workshop
- self‑editing
Key Concepts
self‑critique
drafting process
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria guide you to discard?
- How do you balance perfectionism and productivity?
A Different Perspective
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