Books Quote by Stephen Graham Jones
“When I am writing a novel, though, then it's usually three or four hours a day. Ideally, right after lunch until three or four, but sometimes picking up again around ten, going until a touch after midnight. I rarely write in the morning, unless I'm on deadline. I do like rewriting in the morning, though. Guess it's the way my brain's put together. Or, the way it's falling apart.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Writing, Stephen Graham Jones, 2020
The author writes in long, irregular blocks, favoring afternoons and late nights, with occasional morning rewrites, reflecting a personal rhythm.
In simple terms: Writing occurs in long sessions, mainly afternoons and evenings.
Key Takeaway
Find your personal writing rhythm and stick to it.
Themes
creativity
discipline
routine
Mood
focused
determined
Type
practical
motivational
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- daily practice
- deadline management
Key Concepts
flow
time management
focus
Questions to Reflect On
- What time of day fuels your creativity?
- How can you protect writing time from interruptions?
A Different Perspective
Inconsistent schedules can hinder progress.
