Always Quote by Will Hobbs
“For 'The Big Wander,' I probably had ten different outlines before I made myself start writing. I would sleep on each one, thinking it was wonderful, but I would always awake perceiving some flaw.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author discussion, 2020
The writer drafts many outlines, discarding each after sleep, because perfectionism hinders progress.
In simple terms: Too many drafts stop you from writing.
Key Takeaway
Accept imperfect drafts and write.
Themes
creativity
perfectionism
process
Mood
frustrated
determined
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- screenwriting
- blog posts
- academic papers
Key Concepts
drafting
self‑critique
iteration
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you set a deadline for a draft?
- What minimal version would satisfy you?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can cause endless delay, never finishing a piece.
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