Rewrite Quote by John Steinbeck
““Write freely and as rapidly as possible and throw the whole thing on paper. Never correct or rewrite until the whole thing is down. Rewrite in process is usually found to be an excuse for not going on. It also interferes with flow and rhythm which can only come from a kind of unconscious association with the material…..””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Writing, 1965
Encourages unfiltered, rapid drafting to capture subconscious flow, postponing editing until after a complete draft.
In simple terms: Write fast, edit later to keep creative flow.
Key Takeaway
Draft first, edit later.
Themes
creativity
writing process
flow
Mood
focused
determined
Type
instructional
motivational
When to use this quote
- first draft
- brainstorming sessions
- creative workshops
- author journaling
Key Concepts
stream of consciousness
unconscious association
Questions to Reflect On
- How does immediate editing affect your creative momentum?
- Can you trust your subconscious ideas?
A Different Perspective
May produce messy drafts needing extensive revision.
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