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Against Perfectionism and Productivity: On Embracing Flaws as a Writer

Against Perfectionism and Productivity: On Embracing Flaws as a Writer

An essay by Rachel Schwartzmann exploring the value of slow storytelling and embracing flaws in writing.

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    “As part of Slowing's launch, I wrote an for Literary Hub about writing, (im)perfectionism, and the beauty of slow storytelling.”

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