Advice Quote by Margaret Atwood
“Teaching other people to write is not something I can do. The only kind of advice I can give them will be trite by its nature. Of course, read a lot, write a lot. The kind of advice I wish I had been given is all of a practical nature, having to do with publishers and agents.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public speaking on Writing, 2015
Teaching writing is limited by lack of practical publishing advice; advice often feels generic.
In simple terms: Writing advice is often generic, lacking real publishing tips.
Key Takeaway
Seek concrete publishing guidance.
Themes
writing
publishing
mentorship
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- author workshops
- self‑publishing
- agent outreach
- literary conferences
Key Concepts
practical advice
industry insight
Questions to Reflect On
- What practical publishing steps could you share?
- How can mentors provide actionable industry advice?
A Different Perspective
Advice may be too generic without specific industry context.
