Quote by Ernest Hemingway

Imagination? It is the one thing beside honesty that a good writer must have. The more he learns from experience the more he can imagine.

Imagination? It is the one thing beside honesty that a good

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of imagination in the realm of writing. While honesty is considered essential, imagination is presented as the crucial quality that a good writer must possess. The quote suggests that as a writer gains more experience and learns from it, their imagination becomes more refined and expansive. Imagination allows writers to create vivid and captivating stories, transporting readers to new worlds and instilling emotions. Essentially, the quote emphasizes how imagination fuels the creativity and storytelling ability of a writer, enabling them to construct engaging narratives.

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Writing Advice

By Ernest Hemingway

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