Chapters Quote by Tana French
“Don't get discouraged if you're hammering away at a sentence or a paragraph or a chapter, and it keeps coming out wrong. You're allowed to get it wrong, as many times as you need to; you only need to get it right once.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Likeness, 2019
Writing is a trial‑and‑error process; mistakes are inevitable and useful before achieving a final, polished result.
In simple terms: Writing involves many mistakes before a final product.
Key Takeaway
Accept errors, keep revising.
Themes
creativity
perseverance
writing
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- drafting a novel
- academic paper
- blog post
- screenplay
- personal journal
Key Concepts
iteration
self‑editing
growth mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- What revision step feels most daunting?
- How can you celebrate small improvements?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can stall progress if you fear mistakes.
