Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

Here is a lesson in creative writing. First rule: Do not use semicolons. They are transvestite hermaphrodites representing absolutely nothing. All they do is show you've been to college.

Here is a lesson in creative writing. First rule: Do not use

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Kurt Vonnegut, challenges the use of semicolons in creative writing. It sarcastically suggests that semicolons hold no substantial meaning and serve only as a pretentious display of one's education. Ultimately, it encourages writers to focus on clarity and substance in their work, dismissing the unnecessary and potentially distracting use of semicolons.

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By Kurt Vonnegut

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