Quote by Stephen King

to write is human, to edit is divine

to write is human, to edit is divine

Summary

This quote implies that the act of writing is a natural, human instinct, while the process of editing and refining one's writing is considered godly or exceptional. It highlights the idea that initial drafts or versions of any piece of writing may contain flaws or imperfections, and it is through the process of editing that these flaws can be reworked and transformed into something better and more refined. Editing is seen as a skill that elevates writing, turning the ordinary into something extraordinary.

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By Stephen King

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