Crap Quote by Geraldine Brooks
“I can always write. Sometimes, to be sure, what I write is crap, but it's words on the page and therefore it is something to work with.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2015
Writing is always possible; even low‑quality drafts give material to improve upon.
In simple terms: Even bad writing is useful material.
Key Takeaway
Use every draft as a stepping stone.
Themes
creativity
process
perseverance
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- authoring a novel
- blogging
- academic papers
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
drafting
revision
self‑critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you turn a flawed draft into a better one?
- What habits help you keep writing despite self‑doubt?
A Different Perspective
Quality alone doesn't guarantee progress; effort matters.
