Books Quote by Michael Korda
““Almost the first thing I learned about being an editor was that it was hard work. To be sure, ditchdiggers and miners have it worse, but for sheer, numbing, endless (I do not, deliberately, say mindless) work, editing books is hard to beat.””
About This Quote
Editing books is grueling, comparable to mining, demanding relentless, often monotonous effort.
In simple terms: Editing is hard, repetitive work.
Key Takeaway
Embrace patience and persistence.
Themes
writing
editing
labor
Mood
reflective
practical
Type
advice
professional
When to use this quote
- publishing
- academic writing
- self‑editing
Key Concepts
focus
detail orientation
endurance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay focused during tedious tasks?
- What strategies prevent editing fatigue?
A Different Perspective
Monotony can cause burnout without breaks.
