Quote by Stephen King

Writers were blessed stenographers taking divine dictation.

Writers were blessed stenographers taking divine dictation.

Summary

This quote suggests that writers have a special gift or blessing that enables them to accurately and effortlessly transcribe divine messages from a higher power. It implies that their writing is not solely their own creation, but rather an inspired recording of divine wisdom or knowledge. In essence, it diminishes the role of the writer as a mere scribe, emphasizing their role as a medium for delivering profound and sacred insights to the world.

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On Writing

By Stephen King

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