Achieve Quote by Joyce Carol Oates
“Productivity is a relative matter. And it's really insignificant: What is ultimately important is a writer's strongest books. It may be the case that we all must write many books in order to achieve a few lasting ones - just as a young writer or poet might have to write hundreds of poems before writing his first significant one.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Writer's Path, 2015
Quantity precedes quality; many attempts lead to lasting works.
In simple terms: Write many to create lasting art.
Key Takeaway
Persist through volume to find excellence.
Themes
writing
perseverance
craft
Mood
thoughtful
encouraging
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- poetry
- academic publishing
Key Concepts
creative process
learning through practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How many drafts are you willing to produce?
- What defines a 'lasting' work for you?
A Different Perspective
Quantity without reflection can dilute quality.
