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"I can't allow what we learned in English composition to disrupt the sound and rhythm of the narrative.
"I would say just start writing. You've got to write every day. Copy someone that you like if you think that perhaps could become your sound, too. I di...
"I started out of course with Hemingway when I learned how to write. Until I realized Hemingway doesn't have a sense of humor. He never has anything fu...
"It's my attempt to remain invisible, not distract the reader from the story with obvious writing.
"My most important piece of advice to all you would-be writers: When you write, try to leave out all the parts readers skip.