Criteria Quote by Rosemary Daniell
“Read a lot, finding out what kind of writing turns you on, in order to develop a criterion for your own writing. And then trust it-and yourself.”
About This Quote
Reading widely helps you discover the style that excites you, enabling you to set personal standards and trust your own voice.
In simple terms: Read to find what excites you and set your own standards.
Key Takeaway
Identify and trust your unique writing style.
Themes
self‑discovery
writing
confidence
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
advice
self‑help
When to use this quote
- choosing a writing genre
- building a portfolio
- seeking feedback
- refining style
Key Concepts
literary taste
personal standards
creative confidence
Questions to Reflect On
- What writing style truly energizes you?
- How can you test your criteria without fear?
A Different Perspective
Your personal criterion may limit experimentation with new forms.
![“[ When a religious couple wrote to Sagan about fulfilled prophecies, he wrote back in May 1996 :] If ‘fulfilled prophecy’ is your criterion, why do you not believe in materialistic science, which has an unparalleled record of fulfilled prophecy? Consider, for example, eclipses.” quote by Carl Sagan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/875/carl-sagan-160_belief_when-a-religious-couple-wrote-to-sagan-a_25095.jpg)
