Perhaps the hardest thing in all literature- at least I have found it so: by no voluntary effort can I accomplish it: I have to take it as it comes- is to write anything original. And perhaps the easiest is, when once an original line has been struck out, to follow it up, and to write any amount more to the same tune.

📖 Lewis Carroll

🌍 English  |  👨‍💼 Author

🎂 January 27, 1832  –  ⚰️ January 14, 1898
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"Perhaps the most difficult aspect of literature, as I see it, is creating something truly original. Despite efforts, I find it impossible to force originality; I must accept and embrace the ideas as they naturally arise," Carroll reflects. This highlights the challenge of inventing fresh, unique content in writing.

He also notes that once an original idea or phrase is formed, it becomes easier to expand on it. "Once an original line has been struck out, it’s simpler to follow it and write more along the same lines," illustrating how inspiration can flow more effortlessly once initial originality is achieved.

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