Quote by Karen Thompson Walker

I like to edit my sentences as I write them. I rearrange a sentence many times before moving on to the next one. For me, that editing process feels like a form of play, like a puzzle that needs solving, and it's one of the most satisfying parts of writing.

I like to edit my sentences as I write them. I rearrange a s

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This quote highlights the writer's enjoyment and process of editing while writing. They find pleasure in rearranging sentences and treating it as a playful puzzle. The act of editing serves as an intellectually stimulating and gratifying aspect of the writing process for them.

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By Karen Thompson Walker

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