Books Quote by Kurt Vonnegut
“1. Find a subject you care about. 2. Do not ramble, though. 3. Keep it simple. 4. Have the guts to cut. 5. Sound like yourself. 6. Say what you mean to say. 7. Pity the readers.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Advice to Young Writers, 1979
Write clearly, stay focused, be authentic, and respect readers; edit ruthlessly to keep the message pure.
In simple terms: Write simply, be yourself, edit hard.
Edit for clarity and honesty.
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When to use this quote
- drafting a novel
- blog post
- academic paper
- speech writing
- personal journal
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance honesty with brevity?
- What cuts will improve reader engagement?
May over‑editing strip genuine voice.