Creative Writing Education Quotes

“In my estimation, the best course in creative writing consists of voracious transglobal reading, disrespect for authority, not paying any attention to your teachers, experiencing everything you can to the point of mental and physical damage, and drinking. That's how most of the greats did it, and how it was meant to be done.”
― Eric Basso

“Life isn't about winning or losing; it's about getting up and trying again.”
― Daniel L. Lewis

“the door is ajar, but it is still a door”
― Terry D. Pikop

“Writing isn't done to convey a message, but in order to express what the writer feels, hears, sees, and ponders upon.”
― D.L. Lewis

“If someone tells you that you can't achieve your purpose, show them something they are unable to do, they will just walk away in confusion. People with true intelligence don't rely solely on naysayers for their advice. They simply smile without speaking. Real creative motherfuckers show the results of their achievements, not the proof. You don't need to convince ignorant people wrong, just persevere in the profession you have faith in, and one day they will look up to you and apologize for the skepticism they put towards you. Be yourself, have confidence in your abilities, fucking don't get depressed by mistakes: it will happen, embrace it, and begin again. Just keep on following the course of becoming your own inspiration that will encourage others to go after their own vision.”
― D.L. Lewis