Books Quote by Stephen King
““When my first draft of a novel is done, I put it away, warts and all, to mellow. Some period of time later—six months, a year, two years, it doesn’t really matter—I can come back to it with a cooler (but still loving) eye, and begin the task of revising. And although each book of the Tower series was revised as a separate entity, I never really looked at the work as a whole until I’d finished Volume Seven, The Dark Tower. When””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Writing Process, Stephen King, 2000
After completing a draft, set it aside to gain perspective; later, return with a critical yet compassionate eye to revise effectively.
In simple terms: Step away, then revise with fresh eyes.
Key Takeaway
Take breaks before editing.
Themes
writing
revision
patience
Mood
thoughtful
determined
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- novel drafting
- academic paper editing
- software code review
- personal journal revision
Key Concepts
creative process
self‑critique
growth mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- What distance helps you see flaws?
- How do you balance criticism with affection?
A Different Perspective
Time away may cause loss of momentum.
