Book Quote by Jennifer Egan
“I number my drafts, and by the time a book is done, I'll have 75 or 80 drafts of some sections.”
About This Quote
Drafting extensively, with many revisions, refines ideas into polished work.
In simple terms: Many drafts improve the final piece.
Iterate heavily to refine.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- academic papers
- marketing copy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How many drafts do you need?
- When do you know it's finished?
Too many drafts can stall progress.