Admonition Quote by Thomas L. Dumm
“It is an admonition to myself when I am reading other people's books. Writing a book is very difficult to do, even a bad one. I try to remember that when reading someone else's work.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author reflections, 2020
Writing is hard; remember humility when judging others' work.
In simple terms: Writing is tough; stay humble.
Key Takeaway
Respect the writer's effort.
Themes
humility
writing
critique
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- reading reviews
- writing workshops
- editing
- peer feedback
Key Concepts
Literature
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance critique with empathy?
- What helps you stay humble while writing?
A Different Perspective
May discourage critical analysis.
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