Back Quote by Jacqueline Carey
“I started a novel in the back of a notebook, and it was great because it looked like I was taking notes. And I just, I kept it up, it was sort of fantasy, it was part soap opera. It was utterly dreadful, but that's how I got hooked.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author talk, 2015
Starting a novel in a notebook felt like note‑taking, leading to a hooked, though terrible, early work.
In simple terms: A messy start can spark a lasting writing habit.
Key Takeaway
Embrace imperfect beginnings.
Themes
creativity
writing
habit formation
Mood
inspirational
encouraging
Type
literary
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal writing projects
- creative workshops
- daily journaling
Key Concepts
self‑discipline
storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- What small step can start your creative project?
- How do you keep writing after a bad first draft?
A Different Perspective
Early drafts may be low quality, discouraging some writers.
