About Quote by Marie Lu
“Writing the first draft of a new story is incredibly difficult for me. I will happily do revisions, because once I can see the words on the page, I can go about ripping them up and moving scenes around. A blank page, though? Terrifying. I'm always angsty when I'm working my way through a first draft.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author interview, 2020, discussing writing process
The initial draft feels overwhelming and frightening, but seeing words on paper allows revision and restructuring, turning anxiety into progress.
In simple terms: First drafts are scary, but seeing them helps you improve.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the draft, then edit.
Themes
writing
creativity
anxiety
revision
Mood
nervous
determined
Type
motivational
reflective
When to use this quote
- starting a novel
- writing workshop
- personal journaling
- academic paper drafting
Key Concepts
process
iteration
self‑critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you make the first page less intimidating?
- What revision technique helps you most?
A Different Perspective
Blankness can stall ideas; need strategies to begin.
