First time Quote by Giles Colborne
““Writing is hard work. A clear sentence is no accident. Very few sentences come out right the first time, or even the third time. Remember this in moments of despair. If you find that writing is hard, it’s because it is hard.”—William Zinsser, On Writing Well””
About This Quote
Source Book: On Writing Well by William Zinsser, 1976
Writing demands effort; clear sentences result from careful revision, not luck.
In simple terms: Writing is hard, but clarity comes from revising.
Key Takeaway
Embrace revision to improve clarity.
Themes
writing
revision
clarity
perseverance
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
instructional
motivational
When to use this quote
- academic papers
- creative writing
- business reports
- blog posts
Key Concepts
process
editing
craft
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you structure revision to catch hidden errors?
- What habits help maintain motivation during tough drafts?
A Different Perspective
Even with revision, some ideas remain unclear without feedback.
