Good Quote by Ken Kesey
“Good writin' ain't necessarily good readin'.”
About This Quote
Source Book: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey, 1962
Writing skill does not guarantee readability; clarity and engagement matter more than technical prowess.
In simple terms: Good writing isn’t always easy to read.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize reader comprehension.
Themes
writing
communication
clarity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
literary
didactic
When to use this quote
- editing
- teaching
- publishing
- content creation
Key Concepts
literary quality
audience awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you simplify without losing meaning?
- What makes a text engaging?
A Different Perspective
Complex ideas can be obscured by dense prose.
