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“Whenever you talk about writing I think you have to remember that it all has a big question mark over it - every word has a big question mark over it.” quote by George Saunders
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“Whenever you talk about writing I think you have to remember that it all has a big question mark over it - every word has a big question mark over it.”

George Saunders

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2015

Writing is uncertain; every word carries doubt, demanding careful scrutiny.

In simple terms: Writing is full of questions.

Key Takeaway

Question each word you write.

Themes

writing uncertainty creativity critical thinking

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

creative reflective

When to use this quote

  • drafting essays
  • novel writing
  • journalism
  • scriptwriting

Key Concepts

post‑structuralism self‑reflexivity editing practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance doubt with confidence?
  • When is it okay to trust intuition over analysis?
A Different Perspective

Over‑questioning can stall progress.

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