Children Quote by Jane Yolen
““1. Write every day 2. Write what interests you. 3. Write for the child inside of you. (Or the adult, if you are writing adult books.) 4. Write with honest emotion 5. Be careful of being facile 6. Be wary of preaching 7. Be prepared for serendipity Finally I would remind you of something that Churchill told a group of school boys: "Never give up. Never give up. Never, never, never give up. ””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Writing Advice, Jane Yolen, 2015
Consistent, authentic writing nurtures creativity and resilience, avoiding cliché and preaching while embracing serendipity and childlike wonder.
In simple terms: Write regularly, stay true, avoid clichés, and keep wonder.
Key Takeaway
Write often, stay authentic, embrace surprise.
Themes
creativity
authenticity
resilience
wonder
discipline
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily journaling
- fiction drafts
- blog posts
- creative workshops
- personal essays
Key Concepts
writing process
voice
childlike perspective
serendipity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance structure with spontaneity?
- What habits keep your writing fresh?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on routine can stifle spontaneity.
