**”Words are the coins of the mind, and every writer is a banker.”** – Marcus Vitruvius Pollio

If you’re a writer, you know that the writing life is full of both humor and despair. There are days when the words flow effortlessly, and days when they feel like they’re being pulled out of your teeth. But one thing is for sure: writing is never dull.

Here are a few more humorous quotes about writing to get you through those tough days.

**”Writing is easy. All you do is stare at a blank page until it tells you what to write.”** – Anne Tyler

**”The best way to get a good idea is to get a lot of bad ideas.”** – Sylvia Plath

**”I have never started a book without feeling like an idiot.”** – Maya Angelou

**”Writing is like sex. First you do it for love, then you do it for money.”** – Gore Vidal

But it’s not all bad. There are also plenty of moments of joy and satisfaction that come with writing. When you finally finish a piece of writing that you’re proud of, it’s a feeling like no other.

So, if you’re thinking about becoming a writer, don’t let the humorless naysayers get you down. Just remember, writing is hard, but it’s also one of the most rewarding things you can do.

Here are a few more tips for aspiring writers:

• Read: The best way to learn how to write is to read. Read everything you can get your hands on, from classic literature to contemporary fiction to non-fiction.
• Write: The more you write, the better you will become. Don’t be afraid to start writing, even if you don’t think you’re good at it.
• Get feedback: Once you’ve written something, get feedback from other writers, editors, or friends. This will help you improve your writing and identify areas that need improvement.
• Don’t give up: Writing is a tough business, but don’t give up on your dreams. If you keep writing, you will eventually succeed.

**Additional Resources**

• The Writer’s Digest
• The National Novel Writing Month
• The Creative Writing Institute

**Conclusion**

Writing is a challenging but rewarding career. If you have a passion for writing, don’t let anything stop you from pursuing your dreams. With hard work and dedication, you can achieve anything you set your mind to.

Additional Quotes

• “The scariest moment is always just before you start.” – Stephen King
• “I write to discover what I know.” – Flannery O’Connor
• “Writing is like breathing. If you don’t do it, you die.” – Erica Jong
• “The only way to learn to write is to write.” – Philip Roth
• “Write what you know.” – Mark Twain