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Re:How to Start a Novel by iainctduncan on Monday June 07, 2021 @07:58PM (#27428921)
I use this technique for my work writing, I first read about it as "vomit draft". When you give yourself permission to write a truly vomitous first draft, man it's easier. Even if you completely rewrite it, it's a fantastic way to get your thoughts in order.
Re:How to Start a Novel by robotresearcher on Monday June 07, 2021 @11:14PM (#27430249)
"In most projects, the first system built is barely usable....Hence plan to throw one away; you will, anyhow."

Fred Brooks, The Mythical Man-Month

Re:How to Start a Novel by borepop on Monday June 07, 2021 @11:23PM (#27430311)
See also Anne Lamott's theory of Shitty First Drafts.