Always believe Quote by Ron Rash
“I usually do at least a dozen drafts and progressively make more-conscious decisions. Because I've always believed stories are closer to poems than novels, I spend a lot of time on the story's larger rhythms, such as sentence and paragraph length, placement of flashbacks and dialogue.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Literary Talk with Ron Rash, 2020
The author refines his work through many drafts, focusing on rhythm and structure like poetry, to shape narrative flow.
In simple terms: He edits many drafts, treating stories like poems, caring about rhythm.
Key Takeaway
Embrace iterative drafting and rhythmic awareness.
Themes
writing
editing
rhythm
structure
creativity
Mood
reflective
determined
analytical
Type
process
instructional
creative
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- short story development
- creative workshops
- self‑editing
Key Concepts
Narrative rhythm
poetic prose
drafting process
Questions to Reflect On
- How does rhythm affect reader engagement?
- When is a draft “good enough”?
A Different Perspective
Too many drafts can stall completion.
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