"The difficulty of literature is not to write, but to write what you mean; not to affect your reader, but to affect him precisely as you wish"

This quote by Robert Louis Stevenson speaks to the obstacle of writing literature. Writing is not the difficult part, but rather communicating the designated message in a precise and effective manner. It is inadequate to simply affect the reader, however to affect them in the exact manner in which the author desires. This needs a good deal of ability and accuracy in order to guarantee that the message is conveyed in the most efficient way possible. It is an uphill struggle to be able to write in a manner in which is both meaningful and accurate, but it is a required ability for any writer of literature. By mastering this ability, writers can make sure that their work is both meaningful and efficient.