“The secret to editing your work is simple: you need to become its reader instead of its writer”
— Zadie Smith
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Simplified Meaning:
When you want to improve what you've written, the trick is to look at it as if you were someone else reading it for the first time. Imagine you're reading a friend's story or an article in a newspaper. This way, you'll notice mistakes or parts that are unclear more easily. For example, think about when you cook a meal. At first, you might be too focused on the recipe and ingredients to really enjoy the flavors. But if you step back and taste it like a diner in a restaurant, you'll quickly see if it needs more salt or spices. In the same way, by switching from being the writer to being the reader, you can better judge how clear and engaging your writing is. This helps you make necessary changes to improve your work.
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