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“To be honest, I rewrote 'Wicked Nights' a number of times. I just wasn't happy with the end result.” quote by Gena Showalter
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“To be honest, I rewrote 'Wicked Nights' a number of times. I just wasn't happy with the end result.”

Gena Showalter

About This Quote

Source Interview: Author interview, 2021, Gena Showalter

She repeatedly rewrote her novel because she was dissatisfied with the ending.

In simple terms: She kept editing until happy.

Key Takeaway

Persist until the story feels right.

Themes

perfectionism creativity writing process

Mood

determined thoughtful

Type

creative inspirational

When to use this quote

  • novel drafting
  • editing
  • creative blocks

Key Concepts

revision narrative satisfaction authorial control

Questions to Reflect On

  • How many drafts are too many?
  • What defines a satisfying ending?
A Different Perspective

Perfectionism may delay publication.

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