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“Routine kills creative thought.”

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Scarlett Thomas livre PopCo

Source: PopCo

“I wonder if the reason I tend to say yes to everything is because I deeply believe that I can survive anything.”

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Scarlett Thomas livre The End of Mr. Y

Source: The End of Mr. Y

“If something wants to be a story, it will be.”

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Scarlett Thomas livre The End of Mr. Y

Source: The End of Mr. Y

“Some writers, notably Anton Chekov, argue that all characters must be admirable, because once we've looked at anyone deeply enough and understood their motivation we must identify with them rather than judge them.”

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Scarlett Thomas

Source: Monkeys with Typewriters: How to Write Fiction and Unlock the Secret Power of Stories