Mistaken Quote by Lawrence Block
“I never know what I'm going to write next, and when I think I do I usually turn out to be mistaken.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author Talk, Lawrence Block, 2015
The writer admits uncertainty about future ideas and acknowledges that predictions often prove wrong.
In simple terms: Writers often misjudge their next ideas.
Embrace uncertainty and stay flexible.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- novel planning
- daily writing
- idea generation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle unexpected changes in your work?
- What strategies help you stay adaptable?
Predicting creative output is unreliable.