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“If I can get it down on paper without puking all over the word processor, then as far as I'm concerned, it's fit to see the light of day.” quote by Stephen King
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“If I can get it down on paper without puking all over the word processor, then as far as I'm concerned, it's fit to see the light of day.”

Stephen King

About This Quote

Source Book: On Writing, Stephen King, 2000

If you can write without feeling sick, the work is ready for publication.

In simple terms: Write without nausea to be ready.

Key Takeaway

Finish drafts without fear.

Themes

creativity writing process

Mood

anxious hopeful

Type

practical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • novel writing
  • blogging
  • academic papers
  • screenplays

Key Concepts

self‑editing confidence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What part of your draft makes you uneasy?
  • How can you improve that section?
A Different Perspective

Perfectionism may still hinder publishing despite comfort.

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