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“I think the hard work of writing is just how long a book is terrible before it's good.” quote by Leigh Bardugo
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““I think the hard work of writing is just how long a book is terrible before it's good.””

Leigh Bardugo

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Writing Process, 2020

She suggests that a book’s length can be a sign of its difficulty, implying that longer works often require more effort to become polished.

In simple terms: Long books can be tough to finish well.

Key Takeaway

Embrace editing and patience for longer projects.

Themes

writing craft perseverance

Mood

motivational practical

Type

advice literary

When to use this quote

  • novel writing
  • academic theses
  • screenplays
  • self‑help books

Key Concepts

editing drafting authorial discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance length with clarity?
  • When is a shorter work more effective?
A Different Perspective

Length does not guarantee quality; brevity can be powerful.

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