Arthur QuillerCouchMurder your darlings
About This Quote
"Murder your darlings" is a phrase that has been used for centuries to describe the process of keeping a writing project alive and finding creative ways to make it better. It's an important skill as writers, as we can never be too careful with our creative work. However, the phrase is also used as a tip for writers who think they've written something perfect and shouldn't change anything. It refers to the concept of "cherishing" one's creative ideas.
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