Different Quote by Robert Gottlieb
“If you are a good editor, your relationship with every writer is different.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Editing, 2015
An effective editor tailors their approach to each writer’s unique voice and needs.
In simple terms: Good editors adapt to each writer.
Adapt your style to each collaborator.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- publishing houses
- freelance projects
- author workshops
- content strategy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discover a writer’s core strengths?
- When should you assert your editorial vision?
Different writers may resist change, limiting editorial influence.