Books Quote by Sherman Alexie
“I know I'll keep writing poems. That's the constant. I don't know about novels. They're hard. It takes so much concentrated effort. When I'm writing a novel it's pretty much all I can do. I get bored. It takes months. Movies do the same thing. It's all-encompassing. It feels like I'm going to end up writing poems, short stories and screenplays.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Reflections on writing, 2021
Writing poetry feels constant, while novels demand intense, sustained effort that can become overwhelming, similar to filmmaking.
In simple terms: Poetry is steady; novels are demanding.
Key Takeaway
Allocate focused time for each writing form.
Themes
writing
creativity
discipline
artistic process
mediums
Mood
thoughtful
determined
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily writing routine
- project planning
- creative breaks
- cross‑genre exploration
Key Concepts
poetry
novel writing
screenwriting
focus management
Questions to Reflect On
- Which writing form energizes you most?
- How can you structure time to sustain long‑term projects?
A Different Perspective
Balancing multiple forms may dilute depth in each.
![“I've quit writing screenplay [adaptations]. It's too much work. I don't look at writing a novel as work, because I only have to please myself. I have a good time sitting here by myself, thinking up situations and characters, getting them to talk - it's so satisfying. But screenwriting's different…” quote by Elmore Leonard](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/396/elmore-leonard-3471_adaptation_i-ve-quit-writing-screenplay-adaptations_2640851.jpg)
