Writing can be an overwhelming experience, but it can also be fulfilling and rewarding. Sometimes, all it takes is a few words of wisdom to inspire us to keep going. Here are 30 inspiring quotes for writers that will motivate you to write your heart out.
“The first draft is just you telling yourself the story.”
Terry Pratchett
This quote reminds us that the first draft doesn’t have to be perfect. It’s just a way of getting the story out of our heads and onto paper. We can always revise and edit later.
“You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.”
Maya Angelou
Don’t be afraid to use your creativity. The more you use it, the more it will grow. So, keep writing and creating!
“If there’s a book that you want to read, but it hasn’t been written yet, then you must write it.”
Toni Morrison
If you have a story inside of you that you want to read, but it hasn’t been written yet, then it’s up to you to write it. Don’t wait for someone else to write it for you.
“Write what disturbs you, what you fear, what you have not been willing to speak about. Be willing to be split open.”
Natalie Goldberg
Writing can be therapeutic. Sometimes, we have to write about the things that disturb us and make us uncomfortable. It’s not easy, but it’s worth it.
“The scariest moment is always just before you start.”
Stephen King
Starting can be the hardest part, but once you do, the rest will fall into place. So, take a deep breath and start!
“You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.”
Zig Ziglar
Don’t worry about being perfect. Just start writing and you’ll get better with time.
“If you want to be a writer, you must do two things above all: read a lot and write a lot.”
Stephen King
Reading and writing go hand in hand. The more you read, the more you learn about writing. The more you write, the better you become at it.