Able Quote by Ngaio Marsh
“You may be able to write a novel, you may not. You will never know until you have worked very hard indeed and written at least part of it. You will never really know until you have written the whole of it and submitted it for publication.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Death at the Bar, 1934
Hard work and perseverance are essential to complete a creative project; you only know its value after finishing and sharing it.
In simple terms: Finish to know its worth.
Key Takeaway
Commit to completing your work.
Themes
perseverance
creativity
risk
Mood
determined
realistic
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- writing a novel
- draft revisions
- publishing process
Key Concepts
growth mindset
authorial confidence
Questions to Reflect On
- What project are you hesitant to finish?
- How can you overcome fear of criticism?
A Different Perspective
Success isn’t guaranteed; rejection is possible.
