Done Quote by Rachel Johnson
“I love writing journalism because it's all over in two hours and comes straight off the top of the head. Writing novels is soooooo much harder. It's the hardest thing I've ever done.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Writing Process, unknown source
Contrasts the rapid, spontaneous nature of journalism with the demanding, labor‑intensive process of novel writing, emphasizing the challenge of sustained creativity
In simple terms: Journalism is quick, novels require deep, sustained effort
Respect the craft of long‑form writing
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- news reporting
- novel writing
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies help maintain creativity over long projects?
- How can journalists adapt novel‑writing discipline?
May undervalue collaborative aspects of journalism