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What's The Best Piece Of Writing Advice You've Ever Read?

“You have to finish things — that’s what you learn from, you learn by finishing things.” — Neil Gaiman

Writing is a hard process that often involves a lot of love, coffee, and tears.

And it's easy to hit a wall, or get writer's block, which is why reading inspiring words from your favorite author can often be the inspiration you need to keep writing.

Like: “Love words, agonize over sentences. And pay attention to the world.” — Susan Sontag

Or: "Read everything — trash, classics, good and bad, and see how they do it. Just like a carpenter who works as an apprentice and studies the master. Read! You'll absorb it. Then write." — William Faulkner

What's a quote about writing that's inspired you? Tell us in the comments!