Fast Quote by Joyce Carol Oates
“I don't feel I write fast. I write in longhand and do so much revision. On the page, it's so old-fashioned. I could write a whole novel on scrap paper, scribbles and things. I keep looking at it and something develops. For me, using a word processor would mean staring at a screen for too many hours.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 2015
The author prefers handwritten drafts, finding them more authentic and less tiring than screen writing.
In simple terms: She values pen‑on‑paper over digital typing.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the medium that fuels your creativity.
Themes
creativity
writing process
technology
tradition
Mood
reflective
contemplative
Type
personal
process
When to use this quote
- authoring a novel
- personal journaling
- academic research
- creative brainstorming
Key Concepts
handwriting
revision
focus
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the tactile act of writing influence your ideas?
- Can you balance both handwritten and digital methods?
A Different Perspective
Digital tools can cause fatigue and distraction for some writers.
