Bits Quote by Walter Dean Myers
“I keep threatening to keep a formal journal, but whenever I start one it instantly becomes an exercise in self-consciousness. Instead of a journal I manage to have dozens of notebooks with bits and pieces of stories, poems, and notes. Almost every thing I do has its beginning in a notebook of some sort, usually written on a bus or train.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Writing, Walter Dean Myers, 2015
Keeping a formal journal feels restrictive, leading to scattered creative notebooks instead of a single, organized record.
In simple terms: Journals become fragmented, stifling consistency.
Key Takeaway
Embrace flexible note‑taking, but set a regular review habit.
Themes
creativity
self‑expression
discipline
writing
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
practical
motivational
When to use this quote
- travel writing
- poetry drafting
- story brainstorming
Key Concepts
journaling
creative process
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What system could unify your scattered ideas?
- How often will you review your notebooks?
A Different Perspective
Fragmented notes can hinder progress without synthesis.
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