Writing quotes for writers

Reedsy's editorial team is a diverse group of industry experts devoted to helping authors write and publish beautiful books. Savannah is a senior editor with Reedsy and a published writer whose work has appeared on Slate, Kirkus, and BookTrib. When you're feeling stuck on your novel, an important thing to remember is that we've all been there in the past.

That's right — even the J. K Rowling's and Ernest Hemingway's of this world. Which is why it's always a great idea to turn to your most famous peers and their writing quotes for inspiration. Without further ado, here are writing quotes to guide you through every stage of writing. We've added more since we first published this post!

Discover famous writing quotes inside to inspire your own writing! Click to tweet! The number one piece of advice that most authors have for other authors is to read, read, read. Simple as that.

Quotes about writers

Writing comes from reading, and reading is the finest teacher of how to write. For all I know, writing comes out of a superior devotion to reading. Just like a carpenter who works as an apprentice and studies the master. You'll absorb it. Then write.