Write quickly and you will never write well; write well, and you will soon write quickly.

About This Quote

The author of this quote, Strunk and White, was a well-known American writer. They wrote the book "The Elements of Style" for those who wanted to write better. In the book, they discuss writing style and usage. These three words are said to be the most important thing when one is learning how to write. This can be applied to any form of art, including photography, painting and singing.

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