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Drafts Quote by George Saunders

“I've found that my first drafts are not so special. But the more I work on them, the better they get. They are more unique and defensible.” quote by George Saunders
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“I've found that my first drafts are not so special. But the more I work on them, the better they get. They are more unique and defensible.”

George Saunders

About This Quote

Source Essay: "The Art of Revision", 2015

Initial drafts are rough, but repeated editing makes them distinctive and stronger.

In simple terms: First drafts are rough; editing improves them.

Key Takeaway

Edit repeatedly for uniqueness.

Themes

writing revision creativity

Mood

thoughtful motivated

Type

educational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • novel writing
  • academic papers
  • blog posts

Key Concepts

craftsmanship iteration

Questions to Reflect On

  • How many drafts do you usually write?
  • What makes a draft feel 'defensible'?
A Different Perspective

Time constraints can limit deep revisions.

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