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“And I cannot read a page of anything I’ve written without making five changes—that’s my average.” quote by Stephenie Meyer
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““And I cannot read a page of anything I’ve written without making five changes—that’s my average.””

Stephenie Meyer

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New York Times, 2008

Perfectionism drives endless revisions, reflecting a relentless pursuit of improvement.

In simple terms: I keep editing my work constantly.

Key Takeaway

Embrace editing but set limits.

Themes

perfectionism creativity self‑critique

Mood

reflective critical

Type

creative process

When to use this quote

  • writing drafts
  • novel revisions
  • academic papers
  • blog posts

Key Concepts

editing authorial voice self‑expectation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How many revisions are enough?
  • When does polishing hinder authenticity?
A Different Perspective

Over‑editing can stall progress.

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