Abuse Quote by Jami Attenberg
“I know I have a problem with semi-colon abuse and have written page-long sentences. Nobody needs to be reading page-long sentences, at least not written by me.”
About This Quote
Admits a habit of overusing semi‑colons and writing overly long sentences, which can hinder readability.
In simple terms: Avoid overly long, complex sentences.
Key Takeaway
Write concisely.
Themes
writing style
clarity
self‑critique
Mood
humorous
self‑aware
Type
literary
reflective
When to use this quote
- editing workshops
- writing practice
- peer review
Key Concepts
punctuation
sentence structure
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you improve sentence clarity?
- When is a long sentence effective?
A Different Perspective
Readers may still find style subjective.
