Done Quote by Janet Burroway
“Most writing is done between the mind and the hand, not between the hand and the page.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “Writing Fiction: A Guide to Narrative Craft” (2nd ed.), 2016
Writing is a mental process transferred to the hand, not a physical act of moving the hand to the page.
In simple terms: Thoughts become words via the hand.
Focus on mental clarity before writing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- drafting a novel
- brainstorming ideas
- translating thoughts to text
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your mental state affect your writing?
- What techniques help bridge mind and hand?
Physical drafting can still be essential for some.