Advice Quote by Leigh Bardugo
““I think the hard work of writing is just how long a book is terrible before it's good.””
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.
Embrace editing and patience for longer projects.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- novel writing
- academic theses
- screenplays
- self‑help books
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance length with clarity?
- When is a shorter work more effective?
Length does not guarantee quality; brevity can be powerful.