Books Quote by Sarah Weinman
“I've tried to slow this down but realized that my natural reading rhythm is freakishly fast when an author friend asked me to go through the manuscript of her soon-to-be-published book for continuity errors.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2021
Fast reading can be a natural skill that interferes with detailed editing tasks.
In simple terms: Fast reading hinders careful review.
Key Takeaway
Slow down when editing.
Themes
focus
reading speed
editing
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
advice
process-oriented
When to use this quote
- proofreading
- man editing
- academic reading
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
cognitive load
attention management
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you train yourself to adjust reading speed?
- What strategies help maintain focus?
A Different Perspective
Slowing down may reduce overall productivity.